In a culture obsessed with celebrity, it seems only natural
to discuss the effect of Hollywood drug abuse on our nation’s populous. From
tabloid magazines to the evening news, salacious tales of partying, excess and
dependency only fuel our ever-growing infatuation with the “elite” population
class gracing the world stage.
For many people, celebrities make easier companions than
neighbors and friends. Their personal lives on display, many gravitate towards
these individuals out of empathy and self-identification. Their fame and
stories offer escape from a world perhaps plagued in routine - We discuss their
downfalls and triumphs as we might a relative’s – We are proud, disappointed,
engaged and consumed.
As a society, we tend to emulate those in the limelight.
Unfortunately, some of us have a difficult time separating the fantasy from
reality. “Why can’t I be desirable, talented, beautiful and rich, whilst
nurturing a mild to moderate prescription drug habit? Seems to work for
actor/singer/producer/director Jane Doe Esq., III – Why not me?!”
The issue here is not celebrity, so much as how we consume
and digest it. Not every action, outfit and hairstyle need be analyzed, adored
and replicated. As humans, we are afforded the ability and right to make
ourselves. Though imitation certainly serves as a guide towards many positive
paths and experiences (drive, perseverance, accomplishment), it is imperative
that we distinguish and learn from celebrity indiscretions rather than absorb
as commodity.
If we must emulate
our celebrities, we must also acknowledge the fact that drug and alcohol abuse
within celebrity culture offers little hope of long-term happiness. By altering
the mindset from “glorify” to “study”, we can hope to learn from the trials and
tribulations of these individuals rather than repeat them.
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