Thursday, January 21, 2010
"Trash TV" Serves a Purpose
After watching countless episodes of "Teen Mom" and "Jersey Shore" (both on MTV) I have come to the realization that these seemingly shallow and ridiculous shows hold some actual value. They teach some, especially me, what I do not want in life and what I do not want to become. "Teen Mom" has taught me what I want and what I need in a husband and partner. So many of the fathers on this show, which features girls who got pregnant and became mothers around 16, do not take responsibility for their children. They do not want to take an active role in their child's life and do not pursue a loving, mature relationship with the mothers. "Jersey Shore" on MTV is much like a train wreck, its horrible but you just can't look away. The young people on the show can be so incredibly narcissistic, spoiled, and dramatic. The show holds no value other than entertainment. I watch it regularly, but usually to critique the young people who are so selfish and so self-involved that they cannot look beyond their own lives to more important matters than gtl. I never want to be seen as a sex symbol, nor valued for my looks over my intelligence. And while I enjoy being tan once in a while, I do not want to become a guidette and develop melanoma at age 27.
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I get so frustrated sometimes because every time I turn on the TV all that ever seems to be on MTV is "Jersey Shore" and "Teen Mom"! I don't know what that is all about?? But having some down-time in between classes and in the evening, I usually watch and re-watch the episodes with my roommate.
ReplyDeleteI'm not going to lie when I say that I am entertained by the shows, mainly "Jersey Shore", but I agree that watching the programs makes me reflect upon my life a little bit. I think watching these shows can really put things into perspective...
I have a lot of respect for the women on Teen Mom. It is really hard to be a young mom. And sometimes having the dad be a part of the child's life isn't the best option. I know that they are trying their best and I can relate to how hard it is sometimes. Everyone handles their situation differently, and there is no doubt in my mind that each mom is a good mom in her own way :)
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