In one of her books, Agatha Christie said something along the lines of 'The worst thing that can happen to a woman is to be plain' (or ugly, like me).

Sad, but true. If you look from society's point of view, of course.

Society does not respect females, least of all unattractive females.

It does disastrous things to the female's confidence. When the seat beside her is empty, she wonders if her looks have frightened her fellow commuters off. When she hears laughter, she wonders if people are ridiculing her appearance. She is terrified when people lean in too close to her, for she does not want them to get a better view of her face. She feels unworthy to be in the presence of people, thus she meekly accepts what has been doled out to her, not daring to fight for her happiness...

Shall continue this another day, when I have a better grasp of my thoughts.