Truman Show Syndrome:Why people Think They're Living In A Reality Show

 

The article "Truman Show Syndrome", which is adapted by Colin Lecher, tells us that people are crazy about being famous over night. They love to be in the reality shows, like" The Truman Show,"  and social media, such as twitter, or even imagine themselves be spied by their government to reach their delusions. In the article, Colin lecher also explains that those kinds of phenomenon are effected both by people's culture and minds. " The Truman Show Syndrome is new phenomenon, but delusions of its type are not." Yes, most of us love being famous, all the time. That's the nature for human beings. It's also not easy for us to resist the temptation of being known, admired.

We longing for becoming a big-star, a well-known celebrity, and enjoy being the focus is a culture. It comes from our minds and it emerges before the "Truman Show." Actually, that reminds me one of my friend in China. I remember, when we were still in high school, she always told me that she wanted to be a big movie star one day in the future. By the way, we've never heard about "The Trueman Show"  in China, at that time. Also, we've never known there were such things like"Reality Shows" that existed in the world. My friend went to parties all the time, dressed like a princess, of course, wore a lot of make up as well. She said that she felt great when everybody looked at her and told her that she was so pretty. Everyday, she  expects  to be found by someone who is able to help her to fulfill her dream. Luckily, she did. She met a director who brought her to a very popular TV show. She was happy.

 We also believe that being recognize by the public means that will follow with money, reputation, and privilege. Not to mention the powers. Again, take my friend as an example, after being one of the main actresses on the Chinese TV show, she became popular, and she always was surrounded by her fans. She got more opportunities in her career, which afforded her a big house, luxury cars and fancy dresses. Even thought  she didn't become a big, big shot. We all were jealous of her. So, who would like to say no to Dear Mr."Famous?"

Yes, we love being famous. My friend achieved her goal without the " Truman Show." However, I can't help wondering, is this kind of syndrome good for our society? If everybody has no interests in some careers like teachers, doctors, factory workers, or police man, only crazy about being a well-known celebrity to make their delusion come true over night, what will our communities look like?  What will be the meaning of our lives? I'm afraid we do need to think twice before our fantasy pops up.