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Judgments based on appearance, such as physiognomy, are an interesting topic in Korean culture, but in the United States where we live, it is a very sensitive area that can promote discrimination and prejudice.

In particular, if physiognomy is used as a basis for discrimination in hiring processes in American companies and businesses, it can lead to legal and ethical issues.

Reasons Why Physiognomy Can Be Considered a Culture of Discrimination

Physiognomy judges a person's character or fate based on their appearance. This evaluates people based on external characteristics such as race, gender, and age, which can promote prejudice and discrimination. In fact, physiognomy is based on theories that have not been scientifically proven. Such unscientific judgments can distort the perception of an individual's abilities or character. Especially in a multicultural society like the United States, where people with diverse appearances and backgrounds coexist, judging people based on appearance can lead to social conflict.

Related Regulations in California

-California has specific regulations regarding practices like physiognomy. This is a measure for consumer protection and fraud prevention.

-In San Diego County, a license issued by the sheriff's department is required to practice fortune-telling. Practicing without a license is illegal.

-In Fremont City, an annual permit is required to practice fortune-telling, and the application process must include a background check.

These regulations aim to prevent consumer harm from fortune-telling practices and to suppress fraudulent activities.

Can be considered Fraud

In the U.S., if someone charges money for consultations through fortune-telling, mediumship, or physiognomy while exaggerating or stating false facts, they can be prosecuted for fraud. Especially if they demand money by saying, "Your life will get worse, so you need to spend a lot of money on a ritual," it becomes a legal issue. If someone claims to provide psychological advice or life counseling without being a licensed therapist or having professional qualifications, it can lead to legal problems. In fact, in the U.S., providing psychological advice requires certification above a certain level.

Local Ordinances and Legal Restrictions

Some states or cities define practices like fortune-telling, palm reading, and face reading as specific businesses and require separate licenses or permits. In some cities like California, New York, and Florida, a permit is required to operate fortune-telling, and operating without registration can result in fines for illegal business activities.

Physiognomy has cultural value as a tradition, but in modern society, judgments based on appearance can promote discrimination and prejudice, so caution is needed. Especially in areas like California, it is important to approach this in a way that respects individual freedoms and rights while complying with relevant laws and regulations.

However, this does not mean that physiognomy is completely baseless. Human faces reflect certain aspects of life habits, thought processes, and dietary habits, so it is somewhat possible to infer tendencies from them. However, these interpretations should be accepted as references based on the characteristics of Korean culture rather than statistical generalizations, and we must not forget that individuals ultimately create their own lives.