Here comes Honey Boo Boo

mgobluetx12

Saw the show for the first time. I think it's sad and a commentary on gross TV. I will never watch it or its likes again. American TV has hit another low.

This. Only difference is I have not, nor will I ever watch it. The commercials alone disgust me enough.

I double 'this' those posts. I do watch some trashy tv, but I have my limits and this show is it.

ChelseaYepThatsMe

Saw the show for the first time. I think it's sad and a commentary on gross TV. I will never watch it or its likes again. American TV has hit another low.

This. Only difference is I have not, nor will I ever watch it. The commercials alone disgust me enough.

I double 'this' those posts. I do watch some trashy tv, but I have my limits and this show is it.

It's trashy why? because they're country and real?

Tourney3p0

That is EXACTLY what we're talking about! Mental health, a child's level of esteem and self-worth, these are critically important in their development. Why is it that unless we see cuts and bruises we assume no harm is being done? Ugh, it's like life in the 1950's.

There's a pretty good article that articulates many of the dangers here:

http://psychologycorner.com/toddlers-and-children-beauty-pageants-–-risk-factors-for-severe-psychological-turmoils/

Of course, there's a chance no harm could be done. There's also a chance that deep and irreversible psychological harm can be done. At least there are no belt marks.

ChelseaYepThatsMe

That is EXACTLY what we're talking about! Mental health, a child's level of esteem and self-worth, these are critically important in their development. Why is it that unless we see cuts and bruises we assume no harm is being done? Ugh, it's like life in the 1950's.

There's a pretty good article that articulates many of the dangers here:

http://psychologycorner.com/toddlers-and-children-beauty-pageants-–-risk-factors-for-severe-psychological-turmoils/

Of course, there's a chance no harm could be done. There's also a chance that deep and irreversible psychological harm can be done. At least there are no belt marks.

there are chances that walking in on your parents having sex can do deep psychological harm, but the **** happens everyday. These girls are having fun. but my point on the show was that its cute because they're so country. just watch it once, you'll understand.

Tennessee2019

Saw the show for the first time. I think it's sad and a commentary on gross TV. I will never watch it or its likes again. American TV has hit another low.

This. Only difference is I have not, nor will I ever watch it. The commercials alone disgust me enough.

I agree with both these posts as well.

Tourney3p0

there are chances that walking in on your parents having sex can do deep psychological harm, but the **** happens everyday. These girls are having fun. but my point on the show was that its cute because they're so country. just watch it once, you'll understand.

You read that article pretty quickly. Must be that thirst for knowledge.

ChelseaYepThatsMe

there are chances that walking in on your parents having sex can do deep psychological harm, but the **** happens everyday. These girls are having fun. but my point on the show was that its cute because they're so country. just watch it once, you'll understand.

You read that article pretty quickly. Must be that thirst for knowledge.

I've taken many psychology classes. There are many things that can do harm to young children. like watching certain tv shows like south park and etc. If you watched here comes honey boo boo, its about the family!!! it's about the way they live and get ready for the pageant, its not about the pageant itself. don't judge it if you haven't seen it.

windycitycupcake

i have to say, aside from the junk food issues, that mother is devoted to her children and gives them a lot of positive reinforcement, attention, and love. but if the idea of the show repels you, i'm not going to try and change your mind.

ChelseaYepThatsMe

i have to say, aside from the junk food issues, that mother is totally devoted to her children and gives them a lot of positive reinforcement, attention, and love. if the idea of the show repels you, i'm not going to try and change your mind, but if you watched it you would see that at least.

The people against it strictly are against the pageant and they havent seen the show. they're such a close family. They're such a loving family. they all chip in to help alana succeed.

Tourney3p0

I've taken many psychology classes.

Really? You're 18. How many psychology classes would you say you've taken? Probably not as many as the psychologist who wrote the article.

I get it, I get it. If I would only watch the highly edited show, I would see that them fancy book-larnin' eggheads don't know what they're talking about.

ChelseaYepThatsMe

I've taken many psychology classes.

Really? You're 18. How many psychology classes would you say you've taken? Probably not as many as the psychologist who wrote the article.

really? i'm going on 19 and I'm in college. I took many elective psych classes in highschool and am in a few currently

LetMeBeFrankWithYou

Chelsea, what you may not understand is the actual lack of cognitive development in children at that age. They simply do not have adequate mental faculties to make decisions of that magnitude.

As adults, it is our absolute duty to make these decisions on their behalf and do what is in their best interests in the long term.

Let me give you an example relative to this site: If I asked my daughter (5yo) if she wanted to live solely on a diet of strawberry milk and cookies, would she be enthusiastic? Damn right she would. However, I know enough to realise that it would not be in her best interests to let her (or even give her that option in the first place).

^^^ This ^^^ kind of thinking should be common sense. Unfortunately nowadays, common sense is not-so-common.

RainHoward

That show, the network that allows it to be made and the people that watch it are all perfect examples of what is totally wrong with this once great nation.

ChelseaYepThatsMe

That show, the network that allows it to be made and the people that watch it are all perfect examples of what is totally wrong with this once great nation.

Wow, you're awfully arrogant.
Hi, nice to meet you Perfection, didn't know god created you.
You can't put down everyone that watches a show just because you don't like it. Grow up.

RainHoward

That show, the network that allows it to be made and the people that watch it are all perfect examples of what is totally wrong with this once great nation.

Wow, you're awfully arrogant.
Hi, nice to meet you Perfection, didn't know god created you.
You can't put down everyone that watches a show just because you don't like it. Grow up.

Yes, yes I can. If you watch a show like that and even go so far to support it and the people that watch it, that tells me all I need to know about you, your intellect (or rather lack of) and exactly what kind of person you are. Arrogant? No. Intelligent enough to find the marketing of such drivel and mindless garbage disturbing, absolutely. Disgusted by the fact that so many Americans find such trash entertaining to be quite disturbing, absolutely.

ChelseaYepThatsMe

That show, the network that allows it to be made and the people that watch it are all perfect examples of what is totally wrong with this once great nation.

Wow, you're awfully arrogant.
Hi, nice to meet you Perfection, didn't know god created you.
You can't put down everyone that watches a show just because you don't like it. Grow up.

Yes, yes I can. If you watch a show like that and even go so far to support it and the people that watch it, that tells me all I need to know about you, your intellect (or rather lack of) and exactly what kind of person you are. Arrogant? No. Intelligent enough to find the marketing of such drivel and mindless garbage disturbing, absolutely. Disgusted by the fact that so many Americans find such trash entertaining to be quite disturbing, absolutely.

you think you know who I am because of the shows I watch? I think not. I'm 19 Years old, graduated high school early! I'm a freshman in college. I live in a very small town, but I'm very smart. I am the mother of a very smart, talented little girl. Grow up. You're making yourself sound so arrogant it's not funny.

Rayman79

Thank you to the couple of recent posters who have helped restore my faith in mankind a little

Oh and Chelsea, before you go around touting your expertise in Psychology from a couple of highschool elective classes, please take a step back and understand that there may be more qualified people out there who are making statements about the potential harm of this beauty pageant lifestyle.

ChelseaYepThatsMe

Thank you to the couple of recent posters who have helped restore my faith in mankind a little

Oh and Chelsea, before you go around touting your expertise in Psychology from a couple of highschool elective classes, please take a step back and understand that there may be more qualified people out there who are making statements about the potential harm of this beauty pageant lifestyle.

I didn't say I know it all, I'm saying you've missed my point in the post entirely. It's about their family and the love and faith they have. Not about the pageant. That's the Toddlers and Tiaras show!

JennyLisT

Calling anything labelled as "Reality TV" real is laughable.

windycitycupcake

hey, i watch that show and i'm pretty damn smart.:happy:

anyway i don't agree with blocking out all pop culture trends because they're "stupid". i like to keep up and experience things for myself. many times interesting conversations and social analysis come from tv shows and characters like this.

i didn't have a tv or watch tv all through my 20's...i got cable for the first time two months ago and for the most part i enjoy it

there are so many shows (especially reality) with so many problems ... for example i cannot not sit through one whole episode of:
jersey shore
cheaters
keeping up with the kardashians
gallery girls
married to jonas (barf)
martin
anything with guy fieri
there's more but movin on...

maybe i like honey boo boo more because i grew up poor? who knows

please don't attack me for expressing my opinion, i respect yours and just to be clear i am not attacking anyone on here!

RainHoward

Calling anything labelled as "Reality TV" real is laughable.

Sadly so many in America have been convinced that it is "real" and that people actually live life as they do on these shows. What I find more disturbing is the number of people willing, even eager, to put themselves, their children and their life on national television for the amusement of the masses for nothing more than a paycheck. Honestly, just what is your self respect worth? Or the long term emotional health of your children? Apparently what ever they're getting paid.

ChelseaYepThatsMe

hey, i watch that show and i'm pretty damn smart.:happy:

anyway i don't agree with blocking out all pop culture trends because they're "stupid". i like to keep up and experience things for myself. many times interesting conversations and social analysis come from tv shows and characters like this.

i didn't have a tv or watch tv all through my 20's...i got cable for the first time two months ago and for the most part i enjoy it

there are so many shows (especially reality) with so many problems ... for example i cannot not sit through one whole episode of:
jersey shore
cheaters
keeping up with the kardashians
gallery girls
married to jonas (barf)
martin
anything with guy fieri
there's more but movin on...

maybe i like honey boo boo more because i grew up poor? who knows

btw right now i'm watching intervention for the first time and it is CRAZY

Agree 100% I like it because I grew up country (:

Rayman79

All other stuff aside, hooking a child on copious amounts of sugar and caffeine is bad parenting. Full stop. She regularly grinks her go-go juice, a mix of Mountain Dew and RedBull.

... “My special juice is going to help me win… My Go-Go Juice is kicking in right now.”

According to Good Morning America, a bottle of Go Go juice contains as much caffeine as two cups of coffee...

Yep, awesome parenting!

JennyLisT

hey, i watch that show and i'm pretty damn smart.:happy:

anyway i don't agree with blocking out all pop culture trends because they're "stupid". i like to keep up and experience things for myself. many times interesting conversations and social analysis come from tv shows and characters like this.

i didn't have a tv or watch tv all through my 20's...i got cable for the first time two months ago and for the most part i enjoy it

there are so many shows (especially reality) with so many problems ... for example i cannot not sit through one whole episode of:
jersey shore
cheaters
keeping up with the kardashians
gallery girls
married to jonas (barf)
martin
anything with guy fieri
there's more but movin on...

maybe i like honey boo boo more because i grew up poor? who knows

btw right now i'm watching intervention for the first time and it is CRAZY

Agree 100% I like it because I grew up country (:

I grew up in the country. Is this supposed to mean something?

windycitycupcake

She regularly grinks her go-go juice, a mix of Mountain Dew and RedBull.

oooh i hate that, so painful to watch. i think she only drinks it for pageants, not that it matters im not defending it.

they have terrible eating habits on the show for example i see them make spaghetti and the sauce is ketchup and country crock melted in the microwave!

its shocking, reminds me of the crap i ate when i was young and makes me laugh a little out of embarrassment

i don't think it's healthy for the kids i hope they get some veggies at some point i never see them eat fruit or veggies or drink water on that show! unless the camera only chooses to highlight the bad stuff to make them seem more "trashy"

ChelseaYepThatsMe

hey, i watch that show and i'm pretty damn smart.:happy:

anyway i don't agree with blocking out all pop culture trends because they're "stupid". i like to keep up and experience things for myself. many times interesting conversations and social analysis come from tv shows and characters like this.

i didn't have a tv or watch tv all through my 20's...i got cable for the first time two months ago and for the most part i enjoy it

there are so many shows (especially reality) with so many problems ... for example i cannot not sit through one whole episode of:
jersey shore
cheaters
keeping up with the kardashians
gallery girls
married to jonas (barf)
martin
anything with guy fieri
there's more but movin on...

maybe i like honey boo boo more because i grew up poor? who knows

btw right now i'm watching intervention for the first time and it is CRAZY

Agree 100% I like it because I grew up country (:

I grew up in the country. Is this supposed to mean something?

They're a low class family. Country and not quite rich. They're clipping coupons to make sure alana gets to do her pageants. watch the show, its about the family, not the pageant.

Tourney3p0

I grew up in the country. Is this supposed to mean something?

Not only did I grow up in the country, I live fairly close to Honey Boo Boo. No one around here acts like that.

Even the article quoted on the front page has multiple people from the town saying, "Yeah, they're making us look bad because no one around here actually acts like that."

It's basically a show about eccentric people who don't act like anyone else around them, dressing up to look like someone they're not, and it's lauded by idiots for "keeping it real". Hilarious.

ChelseaYepThatsMe

All other stuff aside, hooking a child on copious amounts of sugar and caffeine is bad parenting. Full stop. She regularly grinks her go-go juice, a mix of Mountain Dew and RedBull.

oooh i hate that, so painful to watch

That i totally agree with, she shouldn't do that. But she only does it during a pageant. Once every few months or whatever. During the show, they show they're on a diet. All of them weigh in and all.

ChelseaYepThatsMe

Everyone entirely missed the point of this. (: just saying. It wasn't a thread to argue on.

RainHoward

So because I was raised in a non urban, rural setting I should like trash television, talk like an uneducated baboon and make a general *kitten* of myself?