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Steps from being unaware of yourself to being self aware.

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Steps from being unaware of yourself to being self aware.

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People seem to obsess over the hope that millions might  know their name and face, yet when they achieve this goal, they seem to lose their taste for it. Culture shock and lifestyle changes that occur with fame often cause the newfound celebrities to realize that fame is not all they had thought it was. The sudden lack of privacy can often leave the individual in a state of isolation, and feelings of distrust can form. These occurrences can even lead to a splitting of personalities, an authentic self becoming secondary to the famous self (Rockwell).
The media is constantly invading the privacy of celebrities, and while everyone is watching them, celebrities are watching themselves with a more critical eye. It is human nature to seek a need for approval. So with the increased amount of attention to a new celebrity, it is only natural that they would view themselves through the eyes of those watching.

Observing the stages of fame can aid in the understanding of the psychological effects of celebrities. The first stage is often thriving in the attention of fame. The individual soaks up the spotlight, adores their fans, and loves the status they have been placed in. The next stage occurs after the celebrity’s schedule picks up. With the media virtually ridding all privacy, the individual is drained of energy and passion for their career. Trickling into the next phase, there is a constant feeling of being trapped. The individual is stuck in  a vicious cycle where they want so desperately to get away from all the attention, yet have an addiction to the status and power that comes with their position. The celebrity may or may not travel to the next stage, acceptance of their new lifestyle. Realizing their situation with the media and their standing with the rest of society is the first step to adaptation. The last stage, changing their lifestyle to fit their new self, can be a positive or negative move. If handled in an unhealthy way, this final phase of fame could possibly be the end of a celebrity’s life. Drugs or alcohol are two of the most popular tools used to adapt to the new lifestyle. If dealt with in a positive way though, adaptation can be a beautiful experience (Rockwell).

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The Psychological Effects of Fame Celebrities may seem to live the glory life, though in reality, the illusion of fame may be misleading. Never ceasing mockery from the media and constant criticism...

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No privacy. Everything celebrities do is publicized for the world to see, discuss, and mock. We love reading about the gaffes and gossip of the rich and famous, the more embarrassing, the better.  A celebrity’s natural response to this level of intense scrutiny is increased self-consciousness and paranoia.  Many celebrities, particularly those in the political arena, grow weary of the unrealistic standards they are held to, and begin to feel resentful of the limitations of being in the public spotlight.  They may “act out” in response to feeling suffocated by their carefully constructed public image.  Self-destructive, acting out behaviors often include unsavory sexual appetites, scandalous liaisons, volatile outbursts, or other destructive patterns such as uncontrolled substance use.  Exposure of their behaviors by the media can lead to overwhelming feelings of shame when their public image is destroyed.

Lost sense of self. Many celebrities feel unable to assert their individuality in a media world fraught with stereotypes.  As the media and fans develop a false perception of a celebrity (which is often one-dimensional) a celebrity begins to lose track of the multi-faceted aspects of their own personality.  This causes them to make choices that no longer reflect their true self, which further compromises their sense of identity.  Over time, they feel increasingly isolated and alone and have difficulty trusting others.

Loss of challenges. The experience of reaching the pinnacle of your goals and realizing it’s not as fulfilling as you think can be disconcerting. You’ve landed your dream job and begin settling in after your first big break…at first it’s exhilarating, but then you eventually wonder, “Is this all there is?” When a celebrity begins to feel they have nothing left to strive for – i.e. they’ve “made it”, suddenly they are left struggling to fill that empty emotional space with something even more thrilling or risqué.  Often celebrities turn to taking increasingly bigger and more dangerous risks, as a way to regain a sense of challenge.

Imposter syndrome. Some celebrities are bewildered by their fame, knowing that they are far from perfect.  The feeling of being an imposter occurs when people don’t feel they deserve their success. Celebrities may also fear being discovered, i.e. that the public will find out that they’re not as talented, intelligent, or attractive as they are portrayed in the media. They become keenly aware that their fans have idealized them in a way that is impossible to match in real life.  Consequently, celebrities can begin to feel their gifts are no longer enough, leaving them with a sense of inadequacy.

Quest for media spotlight immortality. Many celebrities fear their fame is fleeting, which leads them to constantly obsess about losing the attention of their fans and the media.  After a celebrity’s fame peaks, it is often a brutal ride downward as they garner less attention from others.  The loss of the spotlight can leave people feeling bereft of purpose and importance.  As a result celebrities often become desperate to regain notoriety and in doing so, become prone to buffoonery.  In the wake of this loss, they often turn to self-destructive behaviors as a means to cope with overwhelming feelings of failure.

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Most of us imagine feeling happy and content should we ever achieve the wealth, fame and notoriety associated with being a celebrity. However, the experience of being a person who is highly visible in the media can take a tremendous toll on one's psychological functioning. Even the most grounded actors, musicians, professional athletes, and high-ranking officials are vulnerable to the deleterious effects of being in the media spotlight. In his research, Jib Fowles, author of Star Struck: Celebrity Performers and the American Public ( Smithsonian Institute Press), found that the average age of death for celebrities overall, was 58, compared to an average of 72 years for other Americans. His findings also revealed that celebrities are almost four times more likely to kill themselves than the average American. This article serves to explore the negative psychological impact of being in the media spotlight, which leads many celebrities to struggle emotionally.

As you read the following points, consider which celebrities have exhibited these traits to their own detriment.

No privacy. Everything celebrities do is publicized for the world to see, discuss, and mock. We love reading about the gaffes and gossip of the rich and famous, the more embarrassing, the better. A celebrity's natural response to this level of intense scrutiny is increased self-consciousness and paranoia. Many celebrities, particularly those in the political arena, grow weary of the unrealistic standards they are held to, and begin to feel resentful of the limitations of being in the public spotlight. They may "act out" in response to feeling suffocated by their carefully constructed public image. Self-destructive, acting out behaviors often include unsavory sexual appetites, scandalous liaisons, volatile outbursts, or other destructive patterns such as uncontrolled substance use. Exposure of their behaviors by the media can lead to overwhelming feelings of shame when their public image is destroyed.

Lost sense of self. Many celebrities feel unable to assert their individuality in a media world fraught with stereotypes. As the media and fans develop a false perception of a celebrity (which is often one-dimensional) a celebrity begins to lose track of the multi-faceted aspects of their own personality. This causes them to make choices that no longer reflect their true self, which further compromises their sense of identity. Over time, they feel increasingly isolated and alone and have difficulty trusting others.

Loss of challenges. The experience of reaching the pinnacle of your goals and realizing it's not as fulfilling as you think can be disconcerting. You've landed your dream job and begin settling in after your first big break...at first it's exhilarating, but then you eventually wonder, "Is this all there is?" When a celebrity begins to feel they have nothing left to strive for - i.e. they've "made it", suddenly they are left struggling to fill that empty emotional space with something even more thrilling or risqué. Often celebrities turn to taking increasingly bigger and more dangerous risks, as a way to regain a sense of challenge.

Imposter syndrome. Some celebrities are bewildered by their fame, knowing that they are far from perfect. The feeling of being an imposter occurs when people don't feel they deserve their success. Celebrities may also fear being discovered, i.e. that the public will find out that they're not as talented, intelligent, or attractive as they are portrayed in the media. They become keenly aware that their fans have idealized them in a way that is impossible to match in real life. Consequently, celebrities can begin to feel their gifts are no longer enough, leaving them with a sense of inadequacy.

Quest for media spotlight immortality. Many celebrities fear their fame is fleeting, which leads them to constantly obsess about losing the attention of their fans and the media. After a celebrity's fame peaks, it is often a brutal ride downward as they garner less attention from others. The loss of the spotlight can leave people feeling bereft of purpose and importance. As a result celebrities often become desperate to regain notoriety and in doing so, become prone to buffoonery. In the wake of this loss, they often turn to self-destructive behaviors as a means to cope with overwhelming feelings of failure.

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Most of us imagine feeling happy and content should we ever achieve the wealth, fame and notoriety associated with being a celebrity. However, the experience of being a person who is highly visible in the media can take a tremendous toll on one's psychological functioning. Even the most grounded actors, musicians, professional athletes, and high-ranking...

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There are a number of reasons for why famous individuals fall into substance abuse including:

* Many of these individuals may have already been abusing substances before they became famous. For some people the decline into addiction occurs over many years.
* Many of the careers that lead to fame involve a strong drinking or drug using culture. This means that those who join such professions may feel pressured into substance abuse.
* Famous people will often have more disposable income to spend on recreational drugs.
* The personal characteristics that help people become famous can be similar to those found in the addictive personality. This may mean that some of those who achieve some type of stardom may be prone to addictive behavior.
* The pressures of fame can be used as an excuse to abuse alcohol or drugs. The individual feels that they deserve a respite from all the pressure surrounding their work.
* There are many famous people who would be classified as high functioning addicts. The fact that they are doing so well in life means that they feel entitled to party hard.
* Those who receive the star treatment are allowed to get away with much more than the average person.
* It is suggested that those who achieve stardom can lose their humility. This means that they feel sure that the normal rules should not apply for them – this is something referred to as terminal uniqueness.
* Many famous people who develop an addiction may have followed the same path even if they had not had success.
* It has been suggested that those who abuse alcohol and drugs and those who need fame may enjoy higher dopamine spikes as a result of such behaviors. In other words they get higher feelings of pleasure than the average person.
* Those individuals who achieved celebrity at a young age may have missed out on important elements of human emotional development. They may be turning to alcohol or drugs because they feel unable to cope with things.
* It can be incredibly difficult to be in the public eye, and some of these people can’t even visit their local shop without being hounded by reporters. This can be used as justification to abuse alcohol or drugs.

Fame and the Addictive Personality

Many of those who become addicted to alcohol or drugs will tend to share certain character traits. These shared characteristics are sometimes referred to as the addictive personality. It has been suggested that those individuals who manage to find outward success in life may do so because of the same characteristics that lead people into addiction. The addictive personality involves traits such as:

* The individual needs to be the centre of attention, and this means that they are prone to attention seeking behavior.
* Such people tend to value nonconformity. They don’t like to go along with the herd but prefer to express their own individuality, and they also like to think outside the box.
* They have a high tolerance for deviant behavior.
* These are individuals who will often act impulsively. Such impulsiveness will often get them into trouble, but it can also open the door for new opportunities.
* Those people who have the addictive personality are more willing to take risks. Achieving fame often involves risk taking along the way.
* One of the most common traits of the addictive personality is low self esteem. The individual may try to overcome their feelings of low self worth by seeking the approval of other people.
* They struggle to delay gratification. This means that they find it difficult to wait for pleasure.
* Such individuals will believe that they have a high degree of stress in their life. They feel that this gives them justification to abuse alcohol or drugs.
* They have a feeling of alienation from other people. They may alternate between feelings of being better than everyone else to feeling that they are worse than everyone else – or they just might feel like they do not fit in.
* These people tend to be insecure in their relationships.
* They have a tendency to act in ways that would be considered antisocial.
* Such people will often suffer from depression or anxiety problems.

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To those who dream of stardom it may appear as if celebrities have it all. While there are certainly some benefits to being famous there are also many drawbacks too. These celebrities are only human, but they will often be dealing with an excessive amount of pressure - they don't usually manage to get where they are without hard work. There is also the possibility that the attributes that helped the individual achieve their fame may also make them more prone to addictive behavior.

Fame Defined

The word fame refers to reputation and renown. It is quite a subjective idea, but to say that somebody is famous implies that they are known by many people. It can also mean that the famous person is known by many people who they have never even met. Fame is closely related to celebrity which can be defined as being celebrated, and this usually applies to people who are well known because they receive attention from the media. It is common to associate with fame with wealth, but these two don't always go together.

Reasons Why Fame Can Lead to an Addiction

There are a number of reasons for why famous individuals fall into substance abuse including:

* Many of these individuals may have already been abusing substances before they became famous. For some people the decline into addiction occurs over many years.
* Many of the careers that lead to fame involve a strong drinking or drug using culture. This means that those who join such professions may feel pressured into substance abuse.
* Famous people will often have more disposable income to spend on recreational drugs.
* The personal characteristics that help people become famous can be similar to those found in the addictive personality. This may mean that some of those who achieve some type of stardom may be prone to addictive behavior.
* The pressures of fame can be used as an excuse to abuse alcohol or drugs. The individual feels that they deserve a respite from all the pressure surrounding their work.
* There are many famous people who would be classified as high functioning addicts. The fact that they are doing so well in life means that they feel entitled to party hard.
* Those who receive the star treatment are allowed to get away with much more than the average person.
* It is suggested that those who achieve stardom can lose their humility. This means that they feel sure that the normal rules should not apply for them - this is something referred to as terminal uniqueness.
* Many famous people who develop an addiction may have followed the same path even if they had not had success.
* It has been suggested that those who abuse alcohol and drugs and those who need fame may enjoy higher dopamine spikes as a result of such behaviors. In other words they get higher feelings of pleasure than the average person.
* Those individuals who achieved celebrity at a young age may have missed out on important elements of human emotional development. They may be turning to alcohol or drugs because they feel unable to cope with things.
* It can be incredibly difficult to be in the public eye, and some of these people can't even visit their local shop without being hounded by reporters. This can be used as justification to abuse alcohol or drugs.

Fame and the Addictive Personality

Many of those who become addicted to alcohol or drugs will tend to share certain character traits. These shared characteristics are sometimes referred to as the addictive personality. It has been suggested that those individuals who manage to find outward success in life may do so because of the same characteristics that lead people into addiction. The addictive personality involves traits such as:

* The individual needs to be the centre of attention, and this means that they are prone to attention seeking behavior.
* Such people tend to value nonconformity. They don't like to go along with the herd but prefer to express their own individuality, and they also like to think outside the box.
* They have a high tolerance for deviant behavior.
* These are individuals who will often act impulsively. Such impulsiveness will often get them into trouble, but it can also open the door for new opportunities.
* Those people who have the addictive personality are more willing to take risks. Achieving fame often involves risk taking along the way.
* One of the most common traits of the addictive personality is low self esteem. The individual may try to overcome their feelings of low self worth by seeking the approval of other people.
* They struggle to delay gratification. This means that they find it difficult to wait for pleasure.
* Such individuals will believe that they have a high degree of stress in their life. They feel that this gives them justification to abuse alcohol or drugs.
* They have a feeling of alienation from other people. They may alternate between feelings of being better than everyone else to feeling that they are worse than everyone else - or they just might feel like they do not fit in.
* These people tend to be insecure in their relationships.
* They have a tendency to act in ways that would be considered antisocial.
* Such people will often suffer from depression or anxiety problems.

The Famous as High Functioning Addicts

Many of those who are famous but turn to substance abuse can be described as high functioning addicts. The fact that these individuals are doing well in their life means that they can hide the excesses of their addictive behavior. They have an outward appearance of success and accomplishment so other people are unlikely to even view them as having a problem. The individual can ignore their substance abuse problems because they do not fit the profile of the stereotypical addict. The individual with a well maintained addiction like this is in serious danger because:

* Most addicts quit their addiction because they have hit rock bottom. Those who have a great deal of outward success may take much longer to hit their bottom, and this can mean that they end up suffering more than those addicts who lost everything quickly.
* The individual may worry that they have too much to lose by admitting that they have an addiction problem. This can mean that they feel trapped in their misery and unable to ask for help.
* Such people may have higher than normal financial resources, and this means that they can afford to spend a great deal more on drugs or alcohol than the average person.
* Many of these individuals will belong to a profession where there is a culture of substance abuse. This means that such behavior will be accepted and condoned.
* The fact that the individual has the money to feed their habit means they are less likely to have to face withdrawals. This means that they may not even realize that they have developed a physical dependence on these substances.

How Famous People Can Tackle Their Substance Abuse Problems

Those individuals who attract media attention may feel like they have fewer options when it comes to treating their addiction, but this is just a justification to not do anything about the problem. The reality is that they do have many possible paths into recovery including:

* There are many rehabs that specialize with dealing with the rich and famous. Such programs will understand the special needs of those who are in the public eye.
* Many of these rehabs do not require that the individual uses their real name. This can help them protect their anonymity.
* Although fellowships such as AA are open to anyone there is an expectation that anonymity is respected. Considering the nature of these groups it is surprising how well anonymity is respected - this is why so many famous individuals have no qualms about joining 12 Step groups.
* Those who are put off by the spiritual aspects of the 12 Steps will find that there are more secular alternatives such as SMART Recovery.
* Just giving up alcohol or drugs is often not enough in itself to ensure that the individual will have a fulfilling life going forward. There is usually an underlying reason for why they turned to substance abuse in the first place, and so it is important that once people become sober they deal with this root cause.
* In order to remain sober the individual needs to make this their number one priority in life. In some instances the individual may need to make changes to their career, and they will almost certainly have to make major changes to their lifestyle.

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Your desire to be famous – and the problems it will bring you

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Your desire to be famous – and the problems it will bring you

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We don’t always feel comfortable admitting it to our friends; it is embarrassing. But, secretly, the idea of being famous has great appeal.

Fame is deeply attractive because it seems to offer very significant benefits.  The fantasies go like this: when you are famous, wherever you go, your good reputation will precede you. People will think well of you, because your merits have been impressively explained in advance. You will get warm smiles from admiring strangers. You won’t need to make you own case laboriously on each occasion. When you are famous, you will be safe from rejection. You won’t have to win over every new person. Fame will mean other people will be flattered and delighted even if you are only slightly interested in them. They will be amazed to see you in the flesh. They’ll ask to take a photo with you. They’ll sometimes laugh nervously with excitement. Furthermore, no one will be able to afford to upset you. When you’re not pleased with something, it will become a big problem for others. If you say your hotel room isn’t up to scratch, the management will panic. Your complaints will be taken very seriously. Your happiness will become the focus of everyone’s efforts. You will make or break other people’s reputations. You’ll be boss.
The desire for fame has its roots in the experience of neglect, in injury. No one would want to be famous who hadn’t also, somewhere in the past, been made to feel extremely insignificant. We sense the need for a great deal of admiring attention when we have been painfully exposed to earlier deprivation.

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Psychologically, the famous are of course the very last people on earth to be well equipped to deal with what they’re going through. After all, they only became famous because they were wounded, because they had thin-skin; because they were in some respects a bit ill. And now far from compensating them adequately for their disease, fame aggravates it exponentially. Strangers will voice their negative opinions in detail, unable or simply unwilling to imagine that famous people bleed far more quickly than anyone else. They might even think the famous aren’t listening (though one wouldn’t become famous if one didn’t suffer from a compulsion to listen too much).

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Celebrities may seem to live the glory life, though in reality, the illusion of fame may be misleading. Never ceasing mockery from the media and constant criticism from those watching can take a hard toll on a person’s mental state. The psychological effects of fame can have negative consequences unless acted upon in a healthy way.

In American society, fame is the ideal career. Children and adults have striven to be well known and admired for as long as history has been recorded. Why is this a common goal among individuals all over the world? Evidence has shown that the longing for fame often traces back to feelings of rejection (Carey).

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The Psychological Effects of Fame Celebrities may seem to live the glory life, though in reality, the illusion of fame may be misleading. Never ceasing mockery from the media and constant criticism...

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Ultimately, I believe the desire for fame comes from a desire to be known. Nobody is an island unto ourselves. We are communal beings who need the company of others.

We want to be known, because we want others to accept us.

We want to be accepted, because we want other to truly value us.

We want to be valued, because we want to be loved.

God made us with this desire for love. When we feel loved, we find our worth. Yet, the only one who can love us fully and perfectly is God. So, the search for fame is ultimately a search for God to love us. There is a truth behind this. You can’t love what you don’t know. So, you must know about someone before you can love them for who they are.

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My 7 year-old daughter can't get enough attention. Frequently, she will pretend she is a superstar on TV, while singing a song into a play microphone. She loves to have others watch her perform, whether it is acting, making others laugh, or singing. Like a lot of folks, she wants to be famous.

Our world loves celebrity-worship. We can't get enough of the athletes, movie stars, musicians, and others who are in the limelight. Some think they have "made it", when they see themselves on TV, find their album at the top of the charts, or when they see their pic in the paper.

There is a deep desire for many to be famous and it can be very attractive. Why?

Psychologists tell us there might be a several reasons. Some say it is a way of resisting having our dignity attacked. Others believe it is the desire to live a high-status lifestyle or to even use their fame for the good of others. Some say it is the desire to be valued. Finally, it can be a combination of these reasons and others.

Sometimes, even those who long for fame, forget the cost which comes with it. Dr. Seuss wrote:

"Oh, the places you'll go! There is fun to be done!
There are points to be scored. There are games to be won.
And the magical things you can do with that ball
will make you the winning-est winner of all.
Fame! You'll be as famous as famous can be,
with the whole wide world watching you win on TV.

Except when they don't
Because, sometimes they won't.

I'm afraid that some times
you'll play lonely games too.
Games you can't win
'cause you'll play against you."
― Dr. Seuss, Oh, The Places You'll Go!

The problems with fame are many:

Loss of trust, because people value what you can do for them, rather than the person you truly are.

The fishbowl that come with fame. You can't not be noticed by the public in certain situations. The loss of being able to be anonymous in public is huge.

The impact on your non-famous friends and family.

The fickle nature of fame. You don't fully control what the public thinks of you.

"I think everybody should get rich and famous and do everything they ever dreamed of so they can see that it's not the answer."
― Jim Carrey

Regardless of the consequences, our society puts a value on fame that transcends the cost, for most.

Ultimately, I believe the desire for fame comes from a desire to be known. Nobody is an island unto ourselves. We are communal beings who need the company of others.

We want to be known, because we want others to accept us.

We want to be accepted, because we want other to truly value us.

We want to be valued, because we want to be loved.

God made us with this desire for love. When we feel loved, we find our worth. Yet, the only one who can love us fully and perfectly is God. So, the search for fame is ultimately a search for God to love us. There is a truth behind this. You can't love what you don't know. So, you must know about someone before you can love them for who they are.

Yet you don't need to be famous for God to love you. He already knows you and loves you. But, it is up to you to allow Him to do so. Attention, fame, glory, and honors can't fulfill your need for love. This is why so many famous people live lives that aren't fulfilling. They can't get enough. No amount of fame is enough to fulfill your desire. Instead of fame, we need Jesus - the most famous one of all.

"Then Jesus told his disciples, "If any want to become my followers, let them deny themselves and take up their cross and follow me. For those who want to save their life will lose it, and those who lose their life for my sake will find it.For what will it profit them if they gain the whole world but forfeit their life? Or what will they give in return for their life?" - Matt 16:24-26

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My 7 year-old daughter can't get enough attention. Frequently, she will pretend she is a superstar on TV, while singing a song into a play microphone. She loves to have others watch her perform, whether it is acting, making others laugh, or singing. Like a lot of folks, she wants to be famous.

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Whitney Houston's interview with Reba Merrill

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"Success doesn't change you, fame does. You get a whole lot of people calling your name and you don't even know them. It's weird."

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Whitney Houston: Fame Doesn't Bring Happiness

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Whitney Houston's Interview with Reba Merrill:

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Whitney Houston's Interview with Reba Merrill:

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"Is there a misconception of the fact that when we become famous that we have this beautiful perfect lives and that nothing is ever on a low. Its a bad conception because than people will always think that you have to be this grand old person that is just happy about life and everything because what? We got money? Money, doesn't make you happy . It never did. I mean, history will tell you that. Fame certainly doesn't make you happy,  people will tell you that who are famous

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"Artists are the lenses through which life is transmitted. They show us what we think and feel in a way that is profound, intense, and highly emotional," Wellisch says. "They experience life more dearly than the rest of us." Drugs are a way to mute these feelings, which threaten to overwhelm.
And with the riches that accompany their fame, drugs are an escape route celebrities can afford at least for a while. The list of celebrity deaths from drugs is long, and continually updated—Elvis Presley, Judy Garland, Marilyn Monroe, Jim Morrison, Janis Joplin, Scott Newman, David Kennedy, John Belushi, River Phoenix.

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Behind the glitz and glamour—sex, drugs and rock ‘n’ roll. Celebrities suffer from drug abuse and addiction.

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The Psychological Consequences of Fame:Three Tests of the Self-ConsciousnessHypothesisMark SchallerUniversity of British Columbia:

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The Psychological Consequences of Fame:Three Tests of the Self-ConsciousnessHypothesisMark SchallerUniversity of British Columbia:

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Cheever's writing demonstrated a relationship between fame and self-consciousness. Following his first encounter with public renown, Cheever was significantly more likely to write his short stories in the first person voice. Although no parallel effect was revealed in his private letters and journals, other analyses of these writings revealed additional support for the self-consciousness hypothesis: Over a period of 3 decades, variations in Cheever's fame correlated positively with usage of first-person singular pronouns in his letters and journals. These results are remarkable, considering that there would have been many influences on the voices chosen and pronouns used in the creative writings of Cobain, Porter, and Cheever. Nevertheless, despite the many other influences on their writings, these results suggest that the psychological consequences of fame intruded to a significant degree. Results from the investigation of Cheever were consistent with the additional hypothesis that famous people may engage in self-destructive behavior as a means of escaping from self-consciousness. Correlational analyses revealed some evidence that variations in Cheever's self-consciousness were positively correlated with his use of alcohol. The relation between self-consciousness and alcohol use draws tighter the connection between fame and self-destructive behavior. This indicates that increased self-consciousness is not merely an interesting  psychological consequence of fame; it may also be an important determinant of the self-destructive behaviors in which famous people sometimes engage.