Then, a fourth reason is that reality shows can sometimes reveal situations of success, which in turn inspire and motivate the audiences to change their lives for the better. Examples of such shows include Dr. 90210, in which plastic surgeons operate on patients, change their appearance and as such increase their self-esteem, or the several shows revealing people fighting, and beating, obesity (Goodman). These types of reality shows set the example that something can be done, and how it can be done, in order to achieve one's personal goals. Additionally, they can be used to send political messages. An example in this sense is the Dove campaign, which sends the message that "For too long, beauty has been defined by narrow, stifling stereotypes […] it's time to change all that" (Daum).
The money or other non-financial rewards involved in the television show make up for the fifth reason as to why reality is so popular. This feature is often combined with the viewer testing his own abilities in front of the television set and imagining himself as the winner of the prizes; he will for instance answer questions for Who Wants to Be a Millionaire or reveal his judging decisions in American Idol. When a million dollars or a high record deal with on of the most reputable studios are involved, the interest and attention of the public will increase.
Sixth, the average individuals see reality shows as a means of improving their levels of socializations. Imagine a simple factory worker who conducts a routine, unchallenging and unfulfilling job where the most rewarding day is the one in which she receives her paycheck. For this individual, reality television not only offers a break from this futureless job, but also gives her something to talk about with her equally bored colleagues. The discussions make the time go by sooner, make the job less of a bane and even set basis for future friendships.
Finally, the seventh reason derives from the fact that reality television does not impose any educational barriers (Hirschorn, 2007)....
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