Travis Barker justproposed to Kourtney Kardashianamidst thousands of roses and an audience of millions.
We’re in a one-sided relationship with the two of them and this is a parasocial relationship.
The result is an influx of fandoms, ‘ships’ and obsessive stalking of our favorite influencer of celebrity.
But a general increase in internet dependence has left us with us no choice.
Parasocial relationships are part of all of our lives at this point but sometimes, they can be detrimental.
However, all relationships can be categorized as healthy or toxic.
And unsurprisingly, parasocial relationships can turn toxic.
And it can take up more time and energy than you want.
How much are you grounded in reality in that aspect?"
