"Double ZZ Blogs"

The Agonies of Fame:  Why Success Can Also Lead to Personal Crisis and Rehabilitation. Fame is most often the result—a tacky reward that promises happiness, riches, and renown. It seems to be a utopian life with tacky parties, cash, and constant celebration. The truth is different, though. Behind the glamour and tawdriness, the majority of stars have private problems. With everything that they desire, they are with severe emotional, mental, and physical problems. Fame becomes the very same thing that kills an artist.  The Illusion of Total Success The Glam and Glitz of Celebrity Imagine yourself standing on stage, central in front of thousands of noisy fans, your name blinding lights, your recordings on the charts, and your every step observed by millions. That is the public face of fame. The media display stars jetting off to remote locations, dressed in designer brands, and enjoying glamorous parties. The pay is astronomical—international pop stars earn tens of millions of d...