http://popwatch.ew.com/2012/01/03/contrarian-corner-the-bachelor-depressing/

Most "Bachelor" contestants end up reviled (Vienna Girardi), ridiculed (Ashley Hebert), or pitied, says Kate Ward. "And I'm not sure which of those three is worse, especially since the contestants know exactly what they’re getting themselves into."

Good article. I've been watching The Bachelor. It's difficult to watch. Lots of tears. These women are so beautiful, and they're going on group dates with a guy who looks like a monkey. They all deserve better, but they chose this. Makes me wonder about their self-esteem. I never would have done this. They must have other reasons. Looking for fame or whatever.