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| Is more love from parents to children, and vice-versa what we need? Not overwhelming attention to pop cult stars. |
From the Hollywood Walk to the houses of Doubtfire and Mork, fans are laying flowers, writing messages and meditating to the memory of Robin Williams.
It's very understandable that celebrities help Americans mark passages of time, in their own lives.
But is absorption with a pop cult figure a sign of mental, or emotional, fitness?
To show love and respect is noble, of course. Especially at the time of death. But do too many people rush to shower untouchable figures with their personal adoration, while their interpersonal relationships are not healthy?
Many who fixate on the lives of the famous are masking an inability, or unwillingness, to love the people closest to them.
When Lady Di was killed in a car accident, the gushing of sorrow for her was overwhelming. But we had no idea what kind of person she was.
The same is true of Robin Williams. He had a public persona, but he was likely far, far different from that in his private life. We can say that based on his substance addiction issues.
Williams' death may be a good point at which to take inventory.
Before expending substantial grieving on Robin Williams, why not check your own relationships. Maybe take some of the emotion that is being thrust upon the body of Robin Williams, and direct it toward that would-be loved one for whom you are harboring unfair and unreasonable contempt.
It's easy to blanket a Hollywood star with your precious sentiment. But why not direct it toward one to whom it would make a drastic difference?
To chase silver-screen heroes, but ignore the people who matter in your life, devalues you, in relation to the rich, famous and powerful.
Do yourself a favor. Don't dwell on Robin Williams. Think family and act locally. That's what we need more of. Robin Williams has had more than his share. There is likely one near you, who has not had enough of your best.
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