Cedric Fisher |March 22, 2022
We’re all aware that people will do about anything today to get attention. It is sign language that shouts from the soul, “Look at me!” It is not a novel obsession in the human race. Individuals that do not have an amazing talent or attractive features will employ stunts, outlandish behavior, and even bizarre disfigurement, to get noticed. Individuals with a deeply negative past seem to be the most focused on being acknowledged and accepted.
On the surface, it appears that the famous ones are happy and fulfilled. They are accepted by millions of people, even presidents, the Queen of England, the Pope, and other approving luminaries. Understandably, to someone feeling rejected and worthless, popularity appears to make one feel amazing inside. Attention equates with acceptance and acceptance is believed to solve all of one’s problems.
The glitch is that many popular people discover it takes increasing more attention, and other means, to continue feeling special. No matter the degree of fame, it doesn’t usually change our internal being for the better. Popularity is not a cure—it’s a temporary Band-Aid. The effect it has on our inner tempest does not usually last. It certainly cannot permanently clear out relentless feelings of being rejected, abandoned, or insignificant. The torment can become greater than the desire to live. Continue reading