For many of us the world of superstars, television reality shows and celebrity indiscretions are completely fascinating. We discuss such events at the water cooler at work. We read the latest while commuting on the train and we speculate on what will happen next over drinks at the pub. We are hooked and we want to get involved with what is going on in some way.
So, is this world really much different than sports? We are spectators of the game with players we cheer for and players we despise. We hope for victories in whatever the current challenges are. It is very much like a sport (for those not really interested in footie and such like).
The Next Step
Well, it only follows that we should be able to turn this passion into a reason to lay a little wager down and possibly earn a little on a win. Well, we can do just that and we are doing it in great numbers already. Especially with the ease of online betting, we are betting on entertainment like never before.
Because of the regular hounding of celebrities and their virtual lack of any kind of personal life in this day and age of electronic media, plus our insatiable lust for details of their lives, betting on what they will or will not do is an entire territory of its own in the betting world. An interesting job for odds makers for certain.
The reality of this kind of betting is that we are so connected with the twists and turns and complicated doings of famous personalities that we feel we are equipped with enough personal knowledge to determine what their next moves will be. And, we are often right. Payouts to those betting on stars, reality show celebrities and other television shows are taking place. As with any other betting game, this is one that captivates a huge portion of the population and makes them want to get involved in the outcome in some way.
Getting Personal
As with any topic, there are those who like to weigh in on what is right and what is wrong with an activity. This one is the same. There have recently been a lot of opinions written and broadcast about the matter of celebrity 'stalking' by media. Some people believe that public personalities must accept this as their lot in life while others are saying that there should be a stop put to the extent of media access to public personalities.
Whatever you believe about this matter, the fact is that we as a society are very involved in the comings and goings of our celebrities and public personalities. How large a part of our lives we let that fascination take is a choice to be made by us individually. If we find no wrong in casually keeping up with the latest news about the stars and even betting on it now and again, we are in fact in the majority here. Now that's entertainment.
Blind dating has been around since the first caveman fixed up his buddy on their way to a brontosaurus hunt. While many blind dates have ended abysmally, there have also been a huge amount that have led to a second date, a deeper relationship and even marriage.
The stigma goes that most people on these types of dates are losers. Wrong! It's true that you may meet your shares of turkeys but it that does not have to be the norm. Besides, if people are so sure they are going to wind up being laughed at on some reality TV show because their date is a certified bean brain, then why do they keep going?
The answer is because they have a certain amount of trust in their friends and family. They know people close to them have no desire or intention to set them up with a loser. Plus for many of us it's a sense of adventure. Reaching into the grab bag but not having a clue as to what you will pull out is exciting. We go thru this ritual because as humans we are curious and hopeful at the same time. If it works out great if not we can say this is the last time we will ever go out on a blind date but deep down inside we know that is not quite true. Good or bad the thrill of the unknown can be exhilarating.
If you do go out on a blind date, keep a few things in mind:
1. Get that phone number
If your friends or family have fixed you up then make sure they have also provided the phone number (and vice versa). Why? Number one: to do a little detective work. This may not be necessary but if you have ever gone out on a blind date and the two of you really hit it off only to find out later that the other person was deeply involved in a relationship, you do not want to make that mistake again.
But the more important reason is just in case the other person does not show up. As you can imagine this is not an uncommon occurrence. Whether it's a case of nerves or an actual emergency is irrelevant, the point is you will never know without having a way to contact them.
2. Ready or else
How many chances do you get to make a good impression? One. That goes for the initial meeting as well as the actual date so make sure you are well groomed and properly dressed. Also show up on time. Nothing can get a date off to a bad start like showing up late. In a sense it is telling the other person you are not really taking this seriously.
Readiness also includes coming prepared with topics to talk about and being prepared to listen and ask questions. Avoid trying to dominate the discussion, however at the same time realize that just nodding your head and saying "uh-huh" is not going to cut it.
3. Say Goodnight
How did the date go? Let your observation and instinct guide you. If things went well then politely let the other person know and indicate you would like to do this again (don't be aggressive), if not then let them know this is probably your first and last date together. If they want to know why then state the reasons clearly and with confidence. Again be polite. It is better to do this than to be phony and tell them you will call when you know in the back of your mind you have no intention of doing so. Get it over with and do not string them along.
Blind dating does not have anymore or less stigmas than any other type of dating. What we see on TV is for rating purposes only. Just keep in mind to get their contact information, be ready, and prepare yourself for when the date comes to an end. When you do this, there is no reason why you cannot have a date that goes smoothly and a good time.
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