Life's Fiction
Reel v Real
Sometimes entertainment mimics life, and other times life mimics entertainment, but there is always much to learn from both. The relationship between entertainment and real life is a complex and fascinating one. Movies, TV shows, and other forms of entertainment often draw inspiration from real-life events and experiences, offering a reflection of the world around us. Yet, entertainment also influences our perceptions and shape our understanding of reality. Whether through the stories we see on screen or the characters we come to know and love, entertainment has the power to teach us about ourselves and the world we live in. Ultimately, the interplay between reel and real offers a rich source of insight and learning for those who are willing to explore it.
A Celebrity Is a Product, NOT a Person
Terry Trueman
7 Minute Or Less Read Time
How celebrities are transformed into products by a ruthless industry and the dangers of celebrity culture for society and individuals.
Fame: Nepo Babies Welcome!
A poignant exploration of the fleeting nature of fame and the human desire for recognition and success. Through personal reflections and poetic musings, the author delves into the struggles faced by those who seek fame, whether they are children of celebrities or aspiring artists. A powerful reminder that fame, glory, and fortune are ultimately ephemeral, and that true fulfillment comes from within.
American Suicide Solutions For Famous & Ordinary People
On the video reel, we see the artist singing but on the news we see the real victim of suicide. It is not just celebrities who suffer the need to perform life to hide the desperation and depression. American suicide solutions are for everyone.
The Bill Cosby School of Mixology
Terry Trueman
8 Minute Or Less Read Time
On the reel, Bill Cosby played America's favorite dad but that portrayal afforded the real Cosby, the predator, to rape at will. Claiming power breeds corruption provides an oversimplification as to why the privileged, especially men, abuse their position. The more important question looming over these acts is how society creates these predators waiting to be unleashed by success?
Ted Bundy, Hoarders, & Fixing Your Life
Terry Trueman
1 Minute Or Less Read Time
Like frames of a film, one area of a person’s life cannot reflect their entire life. Appearing handsome and well-dressed contrasted the real Ted Bundy, a serial killer, but this shouldn't be surprising. Performance in one area of life is not indicative of normalcy, though it often appears this way.
Marilyn Monroe, Aren’t We All Her?
Terry Trueman
Under A Minute Read Time
You cannot live the reel of film, diamonds aren’t forever after all; even Marilyn Monroe couldn’t escape death's reality.
Picasso Dancing Joyfully ~ Expectations of The Imperfect & Perfect
Picasso and poetry shows us the reality of perfection that can lead to flawed thinking. For example, when someone achieves success in business or Hollywood, they may credit their hard work and self-belief, overlooking timing, circumstances, and luck. Looking at the life's film reel through the lens of expectation can lead to the false reality that gives rise to widespread issues like ageism and other prejudices. These stories remind us to live authentically, practically, and embrace joy.
What Rachel Hollis, Lori Loughlin, & Olivia Jade Reveal About Capitalism
Unlike the women they portray on the video reel Rachel Hollis, Lori Loughlin, and Olivia Jade Reveal how capitalism devalues artistry and motherhood by reducing people and their activities to a commodity or dollar value. This social pollution is reality corrupting everyone, including celebrities.