We’ve all come to understand that the reality in reality TV is pretty much missing. Chances are you will never be asked out on a date during a rose ceremony, or turn into a rap star thanks to your Made coach. However, if you read between the lines there may be a life lesson or two you can take away from these trashy television shows.
1. If you can’t spot the obnoxious drunk person at the party… it’s probably you. There is a 99% chance that the cast of Jersey Shore did not realize how ridiculous they acted until they saw themselves on TV. Actually, they may still not realize it. (JerseyShore)
2. Maybe its time to throw out the box of junk under your bed that you’ve been collecting since middle school. (Hoarders: Buried Alive)
3. Don’t fret; there is always someone out there that is much weirder than you. (My Strange Addiction)
4. The real world is nothing like The Real World. (The Real World)
5. Some guys really are as dumb as they look. (Cheaters)
6. Your parents can only control you for so long. (Toddlers & Tiaras)
7. Girl fights are always trashy. Always. Pulling someone’s hair and throwing a drink on them will definitely send them a message just not the one you intended. (Bad Girls Club)
8. Stop complaining about your looks, you sound like an idiot. (Bridalplasty)
9. If all else fails, marry rich. (Real Housewives of Beverly Hills)
10. Last but not least: USE A CONDOM. We have all witnessed these shows and felt for the girls featured on them. Wrap it up and you can make sure you keep watching the show instead of applying to be on it. (16 & Pregnant and Teen Mom)
So maybe reality TV is underrated and its true purpose is to teach us all how not to act, or maybe its just nonsense we use to distract us from doing our homework. Either way, rock on reality stars we just can’t get enough of your bizarre behavior.
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