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     What the Baby Boomers Can Teach Paris Hilton


Are you tired of the celebrity driven circus revolving around Paris Hilton?  
Does the hotel heiress deserve to be behind bars for her flagrant disregard 
for the law?  As a popular media figure, should she be responsible to set an 
example for the impressionable teenagers who emulate her?  

The Baby Boomers or so called 'Me Generation,' on some level, weren't 
all that different. They were often seen as egocentric and self absorbed, 
as having a sense of entitlement.  But, along the way, they developed the 
capacity for self reflection.  Now, entering the retirement years, they are 
serving the greater good and are often referred to as the 'We Generation.'  
Paris Hilton can learn a lesson or two from the changes in their attitudes 
and behavior:

1.	Taking a step back helps you see the situation from a different angle and 
develop a new perspective.  Listening to your inner voice can provide comfort 
and reassurance as you recognize how your basic character strengths support you.  
Focus on what's important, and try to integrate core values and personal ideals 
into how you view the world. 
   
2.	Let go of your concerns about the present moment and look at the big picture.  
Time passes quickly - use it to your advantage and make different choices about 
your future.  Set new long range goals as well as short term objectives.  Commit 
to a process of change - then move forward, step by step.

3.	Look to satisfying others instead of only giving yourself pleasure.  Learn 
that gratitude is a very powerful emotion. Tell others what you appreciate about 
them.  Watch their positive reaction to what you say and see how that makes you feel. 
 
4.	Increase your capacity to be resilient.  Releasing tension through humor will 
help you begin to bounce back.  It is not easy to maintain your sense of optimism 
when the circumstances are complicated.  But focus your thoughts on what you can 
accomplish and manage, rather than on what you cannot.                                          

5.	When problems seem too hard to handle, giving back provides a welcome diversion.  
Find your spirit of idealism and make a contribution to those less fortunate.  Be 
generous with your skills and time as you become involved with social activism.  
Change society for the better and you'll eventually transform yourself.   

Back in jail and feeling a little less vulnerable, Paris Hilton seems to be singing 
a different tune.  She now says that she will serve her time, not cause any more 
trouble and use her power to make a difference.  More spiritual already, she sees 
herself growing from her jail experience. 

Only time will tell if she is truly ready to roll up her sleeves and be a role model 
for the young people who look up to her.  Instead of focusing on the latest clubbing 
venues, perhaps she will use her flair for self promotion in a more positive way.  
Let's hope so - for her sake and the sake of our children.


© Her Mentor Center, 2007


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