According to Buddha’s teachings, if someone has an unattractive appearance, it is not appropriate to blame their parents, but it is better to blame their past karma as it determines one’s physical appearance.
Below are 10 negative actions that can negatively affect one’s appearance:
1. Frequent anger
2. Suspicion and hatred towards others
3. Deception and harm towards others
4. Engaging in actions that make others unhappy
5. Lack of filial piety, love, and respect towards parents
6. Disrespect towards sacred beings
7. Stealing from holy beings
8. Intentionally extinguishing candles in Buddhist temples
9. Insulting and belittling people with unattractive appearances
10. Engaging in evil acts such as killing, stealing, and sexual misconduct
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However, there are also 10 ways to enhance one’s appearance:
1. Avoid anger, not only by not showing it outwardly but also by not harboring resentment within.
2. Donate clean clothes to charity.
3. Respect the heavenly beings and pay homage to the Triple Gem.
4. Engage in actions that make temple surroundings more beautiful.
5. Show filial piety towards parents, even when they treat you poorly.
6. Maintain cleanliness and preserve the living environment.
7. Clean living areas for monks and assist in their cleanliness.
8. Clean Buddha statues and contribute to temple maintenance.
9. Avoid judging people based on their unattractive appearance.
10. Do not envy people with attractive appearances.