American Idol Loser Syndrome (AILS)

American Idol's has just kicked off its latest season this week. Another great season in search of the next Taylor Fantasia Kelly thats gonna rock the music world. Its such a great show and watching hidden talents being found is very gratifying. Watching the nation wide auditions would have to be the shows best part. For one of every McPhee that comes throught the door, there will be a thousand William Hungs. Quite simply, there are more losers than there are winners in the world.

Have you ever wondered about how contestants on American Idol are such losers and they don't even know it. You know what I'm talking about, the look on their faces when told by Simon Cowell that they truly suck. The look of total disbelief and utter denial for the fact that they cannot sing to save their own life. Why does everyone hate Simon? Because he tells the truth, and the fact of the matter is, no one wants to hear the truth. The truth hurts.

Which brings me to the point I'm trying to make. I attribute this loser syndrome to parenting in the United States. They preach positive reinforcement on children. I think this has had an adverse effect on children and their outlook on life. Constantly being told you are a winner and you are best when you are NOT, is wrong. The next time you come across an American family, just observe the children, for sure they will be out of control and abusing their parents. The parents can only hold back their anger and try to reason and explain to the child how their actions are unacceptable. Here in Asia, we just slap the kid. And if they ask if they are good at what they are doing, we give our honest opinion. But not to the point were it gets abusive mind you. I guess what I'm saying is too much one thing is bad. There must be a balance.

I dont think America realizes that this show really makes them look stupid and retarded as a nation. But then again, who is more stupid, them? or us for being suckered into watching?