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Why Do We Pay for Beauty but Not Mental Health?

In a world where we’ll happily spend £30 on brows, £200 on Botox, or £50 on nails every few weeks, why is it that investing in mental health feels like an afterthought? We talk about self-care all the time—pamper nights, skincare routines, and gym memberships—but what about the most important kind of self-care? The kind that doesn’t just make us look better but actually helps us feel better?

The Visibility Factor: We Pay for What We Can See

Let’s be honest: when we get a fresh set of lashes or a haircut, people notice. We get compliments. We feel that instant confidence boost. But therapy? You can’t take a picture of your improved mindset. There’s no before-and-after photo of healing from past trauma or learning to set boundaries. The results are internal—and because they’re not immediately visible, people often undervalue them.

A Personal Reflection: The Mask of Beauty

I’ve been there myself. I remember times when I’d go get my nails and eyelashes done, thinking the extra polish would give me the confidence I needed. But no matter how perfect the makeup or how flawless the lashes, something still didn’t feel quite right. It felt like a mask, a surface-level fix for deeper emotions I wasn’t addressing. The truth is, I wasn’t fully at peace with myself inside, even though I looked good on the outside.

What I learned through therapy is that real self-care starts from within. I still love my makeup, don’t get me wrong, but now, when I take time to work on my emotional well-being, I feel like the true version of myself shines through. The mask falls away, and I find that confidence doesn’t come from a pretty face—it comes from a healthy mind. What’s a nice dress without confidence, right?

Mental Health is an Investment, Not an Expense

Here’s the truth: therapy isn’t a luxury—it’s maintenance. Just like we maintain our hair and skin, we need to maintain our minds and emotions.

· You’ll spend money to tone your body in the gym, but what about strengthening your mental resilience?

· You’ll invest in skincare to prevent wrinkles, but what about therapy to prevent burnout, anxiety, and self-doubt?

· You’ll pay for self-care that makes you look good, but what about the kind that makes you function better in your relationships, career, and daily life?

The Cost of NOT Investing in Mental Health

Not prioritizing mental health doesn’t just save money—it costs us in other ways:
❌ Burnout from stress that we ignore.
❌ Anxiety that affects our confidence and relationships.
❌ Unresolved trauma that shapes how we see ourselves.
❌ Feeling stuck, repeating the same unhealthy patterns.

The reality is, mental health struggles don’t go away on their own. Just like skipping dentist appointments leads to tooth decay, ignoring emotional well-being leads to bigger problems down the road.

Making Mental Health a Normal Part of Self-Care

It’s time to shift the conversation. Therapy should be just as normal as booking a facial or buying a gym membership. We should proudly invest in our emotional well-being the same way we invest in our appearance.

So next time you’re scrolling through beauty appointments, ask yourself:
➡️ When was the last time I invested in my mind the way I do in my looks?
➡️ Do I prioritize how I feel, not just how I appear?
➡️ Could therapy be the missing piece in my self-care routine?

Because real self-care isn’t just about looking good—it’s about feeling good, healing, and growing into the best version of yourself.

Need Support? MyBeing Counselling is Here

If you’re ready to invest in your mental well-being, MyBeing Counselling offers affordable, sliding-scale therapy both online and face-to-face. Your mind deserves the same care as your body—because true self-care starts from within.

Email me today at jasmin.mybeing@outlook.com today to start your journey.