The Last Act of a Desperate Artist

by Stanley J. Leffew

Although this was spoken decades ago, you can't help but see its relevance for today.

If Janet Jackson had read this quote a few years back, the Super Bowl may not be so tainted by association with halftime antics of disclosure. If Britney Spears had read this, maybe she would not have exposed herself for the cameras causing more disarray in her already troubled life.

You see this same desperation every time another Hollywood star uses Playboy in an attempt to step back into the spotlight of a career whose candle is slowly going out.

The point of this quote is obvious. When an artist finds himself/herself no longer appreciated and valued for what made them memorable, they often resort to less in value in hopes of being valued more.

But stars are not the only people who fall prey to this urge of desperation.

Young (and old) girls and boys fall prey to it because they don't want to lose their boyfriend/girlfriend who is pressuring them to have sex. Not wanting to lose their relationship, they give in and wonder why the heat has turned on but the heart has tuned out in the relationship. Over time, they can't help but notice their dating seems to be centered more on physical involvement than life involvement, and their bed has become bigger while their world together has become smaller.

Young (and old) boys and girls fall prey to it because society has led them to believe virginity is a stain that must be removed from their lives. Not wanting to be branded, they give in only to find that what they thought was a stain on their lives was actually one thing that gave them so much value in the eyes of the right person.

It is my belief that people today share their bodies because it is easier than sharing their lives. The requirements needed for nighttime value are easier than the requirements needed for lifetime value. What they end up with are lives full of desire and empty of design.

The value you place on your body is determined by how you use it. Don't let your use of yours be the last act of a desperate artist.

Something to think about!