Kim Kardashian is thrusting herself — or rather, her rear end — back into the center of attention with a cover for PAPER Magazine that exposes her posterior for all eyes to see, as well as a spread of fully nude photos.

She previewed the photos on Instagram last week, complete with a pretentious caption that simply stated #BreakTheInternet.

People may argue about why Kardashian is famous. Some say it was because her father was O.J. Simpson’s attorney. Others claim it was her mother’s marriage to Olympic athlete Bruce Jenner. But most can agree that one of the most memorable scandals relating to Kardashian’s notoriety was her sex tape scandal with singer Ray J in 2007.

What is concerning about Kardashian’s recent decision to pose nude is her complete disregard for her previous attempts to separate herself from the sex tape scandal to become known and respected on a professional level. Since when did completely exposing oneself seem like a good transition to being professionally respected?

This is not the first time Kardashian has been seen nude in a magazine, either.

In 2010, Kardashian posed nude for W Magazine after being promised that her breasts and bottom would be covered with artwork so that nothing would be visible. Evidently, someone along the way decided to go back on that promise, revealing photos of Kardashian’s naked body without anything to cover it.

Kardashian angrily called her publicist in tears, stating that she felt taken advantage of and labeled the photos as pornography. Then, she said that she would never pose nude for a magazine again, because she didn’t want people to think she was only good for being naked.

So, what exactly happened to that idea? Apparently four years is the going rate for deciding that she actually does enjoy having all of her private body parts on display for strangers.

As a mother, Kardashian now has a bigger responsibility of acting as a role model for younger generations. People may argue she can choose to do what she wants and having a baby does not mean she has to change her personality. But as a prominent figure in society she has the power to make a positive impact on other mothers and young girls in order to promote a future where females are worth more than their appearances.

It is great to see someone with confidence in her body image, but there are classier ways to promote self-esteem. Posing nude for a magazine does not empower women — it sexualizes them.

As someone who is already heavily associated with sex, Kardashian made a poor self-marketing choice by posing nude. Sure, it grabs attention and gets people talking, but not all talk is beneficial to one’s reputation.

Kardashian is 34 years old, and it is time for her to grow up. If she wants to break away from her past scandal and be recognized for her professional achievements, she needs to stop relying on using herself as a sex symbol to promote herself and gain attention. She needs to start doing things that make a difference in the world.

And no, a reality show does not cut it.