With the rise of social media, we’re constantly seeing images of perfect-looking people, making the world seem even more focused on appearances.
For those who don’t fit this “perfect” mold, life can be tough, with strangers feeling the need to criticize others based on their looks.
Karine de Souza knows this all too well. The Brazilian woman has a rare skin condition that requires her to cover her skin in SPF100 sunscreen, even when she’s indoors.
At age three, Karine was diagnosed with Xeroderma Pigmentosum, a rare condition that makes her very sensitive to sunlight and puts her at high risk for skin cancer.
This condition, which has no cure, means her skin can’t repair damage from UV rays. Just a few minutes in the sun can lead to very painful sunburns for her. As a child, she had to stay inside most of the time because being outside was too dangerous.
She explains, “I don’t feel anything right away when I’m in the sun, but later on, I get painful lesions that need to be removed because of cancer.”
Karine has had 130 surgeries to remove lesions caused by the sun, including parts of her lower lip and nose.
But her challenges go beyond physical pain. She often gets stared at and has faced verbal abuse both in person and online.
Despite all this, Karine stays positive and happy. She even found love with her husband, Edmilson, whom she met through social media. Edmilson was drawn to her story and strength, and he’s always been by her side, knowing he wanted to spend his life with her.
He also decided to embrace Karine’s three children from her previous relationship, which of course, meant a lot to Karine.
”He came and he showed me that I could live a true love story”, she says.
But after posting photos of them together online, Karine was once again exposed to a whole host of offensive comments.
”We have already read many offensive comments calling me a monster, deformed, a zombie,” Karine said, as per the Daily Mail.
Other comments suggested that their relationship wasn’t genuine and that Karine was a ”sugar mommy,” and that she must be very rich.
”Because of the fact he’s a young man and pretty, that caught people’s attention and they didn’t believe that he was with me because he really liked me,” Karine said.
A photographer who captured the couple after they got engaged posted a selection of the images online and wrote:
”In a world where appearance matters more than the feeling, they met not by chance, but by a gathering of souls, an encounter of acceptance and character and love emerged when their souls met and today you are the inspiration to so many people who do not believe in themselves, in life and especially in love.
“THANK YOU every day for being who you are. STOP complaining for being like you are. HUG LIFE, and accept yourself. Much gratitude for teaching me so much. You guys are AMAZING. You are the missing hope in so many people. Thank you for the big hug, and for the wonderful day we experienced together. I carry your smile with me forever.”
His heartfelt words and beautiful images he captured of Karine and Edmilson went viral, and thousands of people commented, congratulating the couple.
Karine wants others to realize the importance of being positive.
”Be happy, smile, because life happens only once,” she said.
In 2023, Karine and Edmílson welcomed a baby girl into the world, and they couldn’t be happier! Their daughter, Zaia, was long awaited – Karine and her husband had been trying for a baby since 2020.
Karine has been through so much but thanks to her positive attitude she has found the happiness she deserves.
Her story is inspirational so help us inspire others in similar situations by sharing this story with your friends and family.
Only 1% of people can spot the mistake on this watch face in under 11 seconds.
Brain teasers are a fun way to keep your mind sharp. This new test should be finished in 11 seconds, but 99% of people will probably not succeed.
Most of us learn how to tell time when we’re young, but in today’s digital world, how sure are you that you can spot what’s wrong with a classic watch face?
There’s a brain teaser that tests just that. It might make a lot of people scratch their heads while they try to find the answer. This brain teaser is designed to see who’s really sharp and who isn’t. India Times shared an image of the watch face, and those who want to try solving it have just 11 seconds to do so. So, what’s the challenge? At first glance, the watch looks normal, with a leather strap and Roman numerals for telling time. But not everything is as it seems!
The watch has a brown strap and a gold frame around the white dial. The Roman numerals are black, but don’t get fooled by these details; there’s a big mistake on the watch! Can you find it? Try to spot the mistake in 11 seconds, and if you do, you’ll show your friends and family that you have a sharp mind! It’s said that 99% of people who try this brain teaser fail! If you can’t find it, look away now because here’s the answer: the numbers IX and XI have switched places, and only those with really keen eyes will notice the mistake.
Keeping your brain active can help you think better, remember things more easily, and stay focused. Some people even believe that regular brain exercises can help delay dementia symptoms. Many folks use brainteasers and puzzles to keep their minds engaged, and adding a time challenge can make it even more beneficial. By doing these regularly, you might notice that your mind feels sharper and your memory improves. Plus, brain teasers are fun! What better way to challenge your friends than to set a timer and see who can solve it first? You can also try other optical illusions for more fun!
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