Fandoms & Obsession

By J.D

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CW/TW: Obsession, stalking, etc...

If you like any TV show, movie, band, etc, there’s always a fandom; and with that fandom, there are some good fans and bad fans. Now let me explain everything media wise has a fandom. Anyone can be a stalker. It’s a very common thing. It’s very dangerous and can lead to fatal consequences.

Now, you may be confused, asking me “why are you asking us this?” To that question, I will tell you. My obsession was with Rosie Thomas, an indie/alternative artist from Michigan. Her brother is a teacher at my old school and on the first day of school, he said he was in a band. That band was Rosie Thomas. 

I researched a lot about trying to find out whether or not he’s actually telling the truth or not (he is). Then I stumbled on his Facebook, and hers too. And then I told my friends and they said that I was stalking them. 

I didn’t believe them at first, because well, who does? Stalking is pretty much a drug, it’s addicting, yet dangerous. It has its effects. If your obsession with someone is getting to be too much, you don’t know how to get out of the “addiction”. 

I’d suggest blocking them on the site and trying to limit social media. Try coping mechanisms, for example: listening to music, going outside, talking to people, etc. Let’s review, obsession and stalking are dangerous. It’s an addiction and it can lead to dangerous consequences. Addiction needs to stop. It’s unhealthy.

If your obsession has led to dark thoughts, please don’t hesitate to call the local authorities or dial 1800-273-8255 (National Suicide Prevention Lifeline).