In this blog, I will discuss problems young people face in today's society. I am using events from Sweet Briar College as well as other topics that affect young people. I will describe the way I observe and handle situations as a young Christian.

Monday, February 18, 2008

Supporting Reality Television

Like most teenagers, I watch and enjoy reality television shows. My favorite channel is Bravo, and I never miss an episode of "Project Runway" or "Make Me a Supermodel." Bravo Tv represents many different ways of life that I disagree with, yet I still support the channel every Wednesday and Thursday night. I love fashion, which is my initial interest in these shows, but when I watch the shows I feel guilty. There are inappropriate scenes as well as inappropriate language. It is not sinful to be tempted, but giving into temptation is sinful. So are we sinning every time we  watch a reality television show? 
Unlike a fictional movie or series, reality television follows other people's lives. There are still writers for the shows who make it more dramatic, but the way all of the situations are handled is under the participant's control. If we are going to support reality television, I think we should know about the people in the show. There are blogs, diary entries, and portfolios for the participants in the shows of Bravo Tv. I read about the designers and the models that I choose to support. Some of the people on these shows are struggling with their faith and their religious values because of what exists in the fashion and modeling industry.
 My friends and I look forward to the drama of our favorite shows every week. They are tempting to watch, but we must pick and choose what we will let affect us. And we must keep in mind the people that are participating in these shows. I think there are a lot of talented people on these shows, and I will continue to pray for them and support them. 

Holly is a contestant on Make Me a Supermodel, and this is what she has to say in response to a challenge: Holly's diary 

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