What you are about to learn in this article is not of the general
opinion, we all see things differently and read meaning to things
differently. The content of this article may not be applicable to
everybody. We usually attribute some behaviors and qualities to people
with beards, but however in most cases we may be wrong because physical
expression does not tell anything about anyone's personality.
Below are some few thing that most people usually attribute to people with beards.
Beards and Social Perception
When a man has distinctive facial hair people tend to associate certain traits with him. Traits like aggression maturity, dominance. It is believed that beards is a sign of active testosterone which could drive aggression.
Beards and Sexual Appeal
Some certain trends may come into play when it comes to beards and sexual appeals and advances.
In
the aspect of attractiveness, women may tend to favor a man with heavy
beards over those with lighter ones. They may also find men with facial
hair to be more masculine and better providers in sexual activities,
aside that they may feel men with facial hairs make better parent.
Beards and Trustworthiness
Some
studies have shown that men with beards were deemed to be less
trustworthy than men who were clean-shaven or without beards. In another
study Participants feel that they prefer bearded men when it comes to
issues of trust, particularly when it comes to first impressions.
Beards and Respect
We all know that a man with beard commands respect. Most people always see men with beards as wiser, learned, and older.
Beards and Jobs/Job Interviews
There
are mixed results when it comes to beards and how they’re perceived in
jobs and interviews. Clean-shaven men seem to have an advantage when it
comes to entry-level positions while a well-groomed beard may help you
when it comes to land more executive-type positions. That’s because
beards can help you be perceived as mature, knowledgeable and dominant –
and, hey, people respect people like that. But however note that much
beards make you look unkempt so be vigilant when you go for interviews.
