The movement focuses on the "influencer catharsis," where admitting to these "ugly things" is a way to bridge the gap between digital perfection and real-life insecurities. 2. Literary and Satirical Usage
There is a growing trend in social media communities (like the "Stare i brzydkie rzeczy" groups on Facebook) dedicated to celebrating .
In lyrics like those of Arne Barwy , the phrase "polubiłem brzydkie rzeczy" (I grew to like ugly things) signifies a personal acceptance of one's sins, mistakes, or a lifestyle that exists outside of traditional "heavenly" norms. It is frequently paired with themes of guilt, volcanic emotion, and seeking forgiveness. 4. Curated Nostalgia and Kitsch
The phrase (literally "ugly things" in Polish) is a versatile term that appears in various cultural contexts, ranging from literal aesthetic critiques to deeper metaphors for human imperfection and societal taboo. 1. The Aesthetics of Reality (Skincare and Social Media)
In Polish music, "brzydkie rzeczy" often represents a fascination with the dark, the forbidden, or the self-destructive.
Influencers and writers, such as those on Make Life Easier , use the term to describe "skin imperfections" like pimples, pores, and natural textures that are usually retouched.
The renowned Polish poet used the phrase in her satirical work to criticize "greasy snobs" and the infantilism of certain literary circles of the 1930s. In her verses, doing "brzydkie rzeczy w pieluszki" (ugly things in diapers) served as a sharp metaphor for intellectual immaturity . 3. Musical and Lyric Expressions