- Ordinary Americans can lead extraordinary lives. It's possible to go from rags to riches.
- People who follow their dreams no matter the cost are incredibly beautiful.
- Just about anything is possible with a little luck and a lot of persistence.
I remember being intrigued by the participants on the shows; I loved learning their stories and as a viewer, becoming a part of their stories. I would text in to vote for my favorite contestants on American Idol, and I would root for my favorite Amazing Race duo as they completed a challenge in a faraway land. Their courage inspired me; I remember thinking "if they can do it, so can I."
Enter stage left: Snooki, the Kardashians, and the Real Housewives. Now instead of joining average people in the pursuit of their dreams and their race around the world, we are subjected to the dramatized lives of celebrity wannabes. When was the last time you watched a bunch of fist-pumping fools and walked away inspired? My point exactly. These shows serve one purpose: mindless entertainment. The passive viewer takes on the role of a spectator of a train wreck. There is nothing inspiring or educational or positive that comes from these shows; they simply take up time.
What is happening to our culture that we would rather watch drama-filled, feigned reality TV than actually live lives of our own, full of purpose and adventure? I'll tell you one thing: I'm not going to waste my life watching others ruin theirs. I'm going after my dreams, and that's reality.
Yes Dani! Please tell it like it is..it's crazy to think we have time to watch other people's drama and sob stories when it's not even real! I guess money cannot buy happiness, because these people act as if they are broke in all aspects! I have to agree...it has all turned into "mindless entertainment".
ReplyDeleteI couldn't agree with you more, the true reality that we live on a daily basis is not something that can be televised . You'd be surprised by how many people are actually brainwashed by this mess though. Love your post !
ReplyDeleteYES! Everything you said was to the point and is BRILLIANT!!! Especially about watching the shows growing up. In life, things aren't just gonna be given to you on a silver platter. You gotta climb up the ladder of success, the mountain of obstacles, and working your way up from the bottom of the totem pole! A quote that I keep dear to my heart is "it ain't about how hard you hit, it's about how hard you can get hit and keep moving forward. How much you can take and keep moving forward. THAT'S HOW WINNING IS DONE!"
ReplyDeleteI would say I'm in the class of people that hate it and going after dreams is reality and the only reality any one should pursue. Plus, awesome Matrix pic lol, one of my favorite movies.
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