We are our experience, they will always be part of us. No one has the same memories as you, which means no one is careful in the same way as you are, because they don’t see things the way you do. And, it turns out, it also clarifies who you find pretty. A study by Massachusetts General Hospital has looked through the generally broad field of attraction, and observed what truly makes someone stand out when you see them. According to the study, a series of twins were shown a collection of test takers. Each test taker than chose which one was more attractive. Some of these twins were identical, but people were able to spot small differences. See, those twins? They’ve lived separate lives, with different friends and crushes and adventures, and look/act differently, accordingly. And people pick their favorite looking of the twins based on their own experiences, and experiences with people who share the same wrinkle to the nose the girl on the left has. So don’t be afraid of the past, just be mindful of it and remember what you’ve done and what you’ve seen; it’ll lead you to the person right for you. Read the full article: How Your Experiences Can Influence Who You're Attracted To