With the help of the media, some of us have started to romanticize unhealthy things. However, it's time to put that to an end. Otherwise, we're all going to end up with unrealistic expectations about life and love. Here are a few overrated things we should stop romanticizing:
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1. The 50s
We should stop romanticizing the 50s, or any other time period for that matter. Sure, there were some amazing movies, music, and fashion items in the past, but think of the way society was run. A few decades back, racism and sexist were all around. Do you really want to live in a time period like that? You should be thankful you live in the twenty-first century, where people are becoming more accepting by the day.
Honestly, I think it's just natural for us to focus on the good stuff and overlook the bad. Sometimes we just want things to be as perfect as we imagine!
Well, it's not terrible, but it can sometimes keep us from seeing reality. Like, if we romanticize our past, we might not appreciate what's happening in the present.
Oh, totally! Things like the 'perfect' relationship or having the 'ideal' job. We see these versions in movies, but real life is so much different.
Try focusing on their imperfections. It sounds harsh, but seeing someone for who they really are, flaws and all, can be quite liberating!
I think it's because of how it's portrayed in media. The music, fashion, and seemingly simpler life all seem dreamy, but every era has its challenges!
2. Disney Love
Do you really want to be treated like a princess? You'd be happier dating a man who treats you like an equal than you would be dating your "prince charming" who waits on you hand and foot. Even though we all love Disney, we need to stop wishing that our lives were like the movies.
Honestly, I think it's just natural for us to focus on the good stuff and overlook the bad. Sometimes we just want things to be as perfect as we imagine!
Well, it's not terrible, but it can sometimes keep us from seeing reality. Like, if we romanticize our past, we might not appreciate what's happening in the present.
Oh, totally! Things like the 'perfect' relationship or having the 'ideal' job. We see these versions in movies, but real life is so much different.
Try focusing on their imperfections. It sounds harsh, but seeing someone for who they really are, flaws and all, can be quite liberating!
I think it's because of how it's portrayed in media. The music, fashion, and seemingly simpler life all seem dreamy, but every era has its challenges!
3. Bad Boys
Sure, bad boys are sexy. However, they aren't going to treat you the way you deserve. There might be a few bad boys out there with a heart of gold, who would never dream of hurting you emotionally or physically, but they're a rare breed. Most bad boys are exactly what they sound like. They're heartbreakers who will sleep with you and play with your feelings without any guilt.
Honestly, I think it's just natural for us to focus on the good stuff and overlook the bad. Sometimes we just want things to be as perfect as we imagine!
Well, it's not terrible, but it can sometimes keep us from seeing reality. Like, if we romanticize our past, we might not appreciate what's happening in the present.
Oh, totally! Things like the 'perfect' relationship or having the 'ideal' job. We see these versions in movies, but real life is so much different.
Try focusing on their imperfections. It sounds harsh, but seeing someone for who they really are, flaws and all, can be quite liberating!
I think it's because of how it's portrayed in media. The music, fashion, and seemingly simpler life all seem dreamy, but every era has its challenges!
4. Young Love
Don't push yourself to fall in love at a young age. If it happens to you, that's great. However, most people don't find someone to love when they're still in high school, or even in college. If you don't find Mr. Right until you're in your late 20s or 30s, that's okay. Don't assume that life is like the movies and everyone finds their soulmate while they're still young.
Honestly, I think it's just natural for us to focus on the good stuff and overlook the bad. Sometimes we just want things to be as perfect as we imagine!
Well, it's not terrible, but it can sometimes keep us from seeing reality. Like, if we romanticize our past, we might not appreciate what's happening in the present.
Oh, totally! Things like the 'perfect' relationship or having the 'ideal' job. We see these versions in movies, but real life is so much different.
Try focusing on their imperfections. It sounds harsh, but seeing someone for who they really are, flaws and all, can be quite liberating!
I think it's because of how it's portrayed in media. The music, fashion, and seemingly simpler life all seem dreamy, but every era has its challenges!
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5. Extreme Lengths to Win Someone over
If you turn a man down, he shouldn't continue to pursue you. It's not romantic for him to keep chasing after you, even though you've made it clear that you aren't interested. Even if he does something "sweet," like writes you love letters or starts serenading you, it isn't romantic. It's rude. If he cared about you, he'd respect your opinion and leave you alone.
Honestly, I think it's just natural for us to focus on the good stuff and overlook the bad. Sometimes we just want things to be as perfect as we imagine!
Well, it's not terrible, but it can sometimes keep us from seeing reality. Like, if we romanticize our past, we might not appreciate what's happening in the present.
Oh, totally! Things like the 'perfect' relationship or having the 'ideal' job. We see these versions in movies, but real life is so much different.
Try focusing on their imperfections. It sounds harsh, but seeing someone for who they really are, flaws and all, can be quite liberating!
I think it's because of how it's portrayed in media. The music, fashion, and seemingly simpler life all seem dreamy, but every era has its challenges!
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6. Unhealthy Relationships
You might not realize it, but there are plenty of unhealthy relationships in movies and books. Women went crazy over 50 Shades of Grey, but the story was about an obsessive man who treated his girlfriend poorly. There's nothing wrong with BDSM, but even BDSM supporters criticized the books, because they inaccurately portrayed the way their people act.
Honestly, I think it's just natural for us to focus on the good stuff and overlook the bad. Sometimes we just want things to be as perfect as we imagine!
Well, it's not terrible, but it can sometimes keep us from seeing reality. Like, if we romanticize our past, we might not appreciate what's happening in the present.
Oh, totally! Things like the 'perfect' relationship or having the 'ideal' job. We see these versions in movies, but real life is so much different.
Try focusing on their imperfections. It sounds harsh, but seeing someone for who they really are, flaws and all, can be quite liberating!
I think it's because of how it's portrayed in media. The music, fashion, and seemingly simpler life all seem dreamy, but every era has its challenges!
7. Jealousy
It isn't sexy for your man to be so jealous of you that he doesn't let you have any male friends or leave the house in a short skirt. Yes, it's nice that he cares about you, but he shouldn't try to control you. He isn't the boss of you, so he should stop acting like he is.
It's dangerous to think highly of these unhealthy things. That's why it's time to stop romanticizing them all. What other things do you think people everywhere should stop romanticizing?
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Karen: "You might not realize it, but there are plenty of unhealthy relationships in movies and books" - I'm finding that all movies and TV shows have large doses of unhealthy relationships, to a statistically impossible level. It's quite damaging if people, especially women, don't realize it.
Desiree: Good post!
Shannon: I help with jimmy my boyfriend and going through it talking to him I am so shy I am so sad about it and also can but but but I can fix that problem guys I need help about I love him and so smart so handsome jimmy good lucky and going
Rich: I agree with the 50's being a smidgen inaccurate. Bad in every decade, why focus on 1? Other than that pretty good article. Hope nobody's offended I'm a married guy that like to see "both sides of the story", so feel free to ask me anything if ya want 2!
Kim: Dear Holly, your articles are pessimistic and I hope to stop accidentally clicking on them. Sincerely, someone who wants to laugh while on this app.
peony: If its all in good fun then why not! Not romanticising is like not having a life please live a little u grow out of it eventually any ways hopefully! Real life kicks in one way or the other
Balletstar13: But I like princesses and young love. They give the younger ones something to dream about, even if it's not realistic. I still like to read fiction about young romances!
Danielle: movie dates are the worst. ppl should stop romanticizing them.
Tayliscious: I like this, except I don't completely agree with the Disney love thing yes I want to be treated as an equal buts wrong with being catered to once in a while as a female. We still R two different genders
Nosey: You're smart. I like this. Best post all year, LOL.
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