The challenge that Maria grapples with

The challenge that Maria grapples with is society's ever-evolving and divergent views on what constitutes beauty. Society has never reached a unanimous consensus on what is beautiful; it's an ongoing process of differing preferences.

The anomaly that people often misconstrue lies in the fact that human beings can firmly and resolutely determine what they find beautiful. Each individual, within the comfort of their own homes, with their family, or simply watching television, naturally gravitates toward what they find beautiful. It's not a result of disagreement or conflict over what's beautiful; rather, it's an inherent variance in what people are drawn to.

For instance, Timothy finds blonde-haired women attractive, while Maria is captivated by men with brown hair. Timothy's friend, Jim, is not attracted to women with blonde hair, he does not find them pretty and finds them unattractive, but is enchanted by women with blue eyes. They have all steadfastly made up their minds about what they perceive as beautiful, yet they've never arrived at a collective agreement, and they're perfectly at ease with this lack of consensus. It's a reflection of the diversity of human preferences and the acceptance of such divergence.

The reason why society sends mixed signals is that it consists of diverse individuals and companies and artists understand the importance of targeting specific audiences. Businesses and artists tailor their products and brands to attract those who resonate with their offerings. They know what certain people like and dislike, and their success relies on appealing to their target audience.

It's vital to recognize that society isn't a monolithic entity but a collection of unique individuals. Every human's brain is distinct, much like a fingerprint, and this diversity extends to personal preferences, including what is deemed attractive. Attempting to make yourself universally attractive can be problematic because you're targeting everyone, and without a specific audience in mind, you're trying to please too many people.

For instance, Timothy may prefer one set of features, while Jason may prefer another. Trying to simultaneously appease both by drastically changing your appearance can be challenging and might not achieve the desired results. This leads to contradictions and complications when trying to meet conflicting preferences.

Imagine trying to please both Timothy and Jason simultaneously. Timothy prefers blonde hair and blue eyes but isn't into skinny girls, while Jason is into skinny girls with green eyes and brown hair. Attempting to appeal to both can be complicated. 

Trying to find a middle ground is a challenge, and the situation becomes more complex when it comes to hair and eye color. You might need to switch between blue and green contact lenses based on who you're seeing, which can get cumbersome. Additionally, changing your hair color constantly might not be practical.

The point is that you don't need to fit the beauty standards set by others. People have diverse preferences, and not everyone will find you attractive. That doesn't make them bad people; it simply highlights the wide range of human tastes. Embracing your uniqueness can be more attractive than trying to conform to everyone's preferences.

To many, trying to conform to beauty standards may seem like an overwhelming and perhaps futile endeavor. It can appear disheartening and extreme, but it's important to understand that beauty is subjective. What's beautiful to one person might not be to another. 

You don't need to meet the standards of a thousand people; you can succeed by appealing to just one or a few individuals. The number is arbitrary. You might be considered pretty by one, or by a handful, and that's a success.

It's crucial to acknowledge that it's impossible to please everyone because people's tastes vary widely. This diversity doesn't make your pursuit hopeless, but it means you'll resonate with some and not with others. You can be beautiful to someone, and that's a victory in its own right.

The reality isn't that you'll never be seen as pretty; the truth is that you won't be seen as such by everyone, and that's perfectly fine. Beauty is a matter of personal preference, and not everyone will view you in the same light.