Let's face it...somewhere on everyone's DVR is at least 2 reality shows. With thousands of channels out there, the gods of reality have probably come up with at least one show to reel you in, whether it be Top Chef, Project Runway, or in my fiance's case, Whale Wars on Animal Planet.
But don't you think it's high time we trimmed the fat off our Tivos? Having 8 saved-up episodes of Real Housewives of New Jersey isn't likely to teach us anything in the long run, except to solidify every stereotype we'd ever heard about girls from the Garden State.
What better time than now to count our reality shows like we will our calories over the next 12 months? I'm not saying to eliminate reality TV altogether; that would be like a crash diet, only to find ourselves glued to the couch days later with Ben & Jerry's in hand, and Sixteen and Pregnant on the tellie.
My advice is to, for lack of a better word, "watch" what you watch. Believe it or not, there are a number of reality shows on TV right now that will give you inspiration, rather than suck the life out of you! So let's delete The Hills off our DVR once and for all. After all, with Lauren gone, what's the point of watching?
Here's a Bridie-approved list of reality shows that fit into our new bride-inspired mantra of staying positive and being proactive:
So You Think You Can Dance. Fox. Why it's approved: If you've been having trouble getting to the gym, one episode will inspire you. 6-packs on the contestants would be an understatement! The show also features every genre of music you could imagine, to not only give you ideas for your DJ's playlist, but to inspire you and your man to take ballroom lessons to wow your guests!
Clean House: Style Network. Why it's approved: For many newly-engaged couples, you're learning how to co-exist with each other in the same space for the first time. It can be a daunting task, and for many, the "toilet seat fight" is just the tip of the iceberg. Hosted by the hilarious Niecy Nash, Clean House will show you how to eliminate all that clutter you may have just acquired (hello, 1980s baseball bard collection!) and live in a tidy house that accomodates both you and your fiance's stuff. Remember, it's all about compromise! So if you must keep that creepy childhood doll on your bed, don't give him a hard time about his wrestling trophies. Just make sure he's the one who's dusting them every week!
Whose Wedding Is It Anyway? Style Network. Why it's approved: This is probably the only wedding reality show worth watching. The rest of them are all about bridezillas, couples with outrageous budgets that will shame yours, and other ridiculous ideas, like letting your family plan the details of your big day. Whose Wedding features wedding planners as they work with regular couples with reasonable demands and concerns, and helps to create their perfect dream wedding. It'll arm you with tips on venue searching, color themes, dress designers, food ideas, and more.
Get Out! Travel Channel. Why it's approved: This is a great show for you to watch together. The show features excursions to exotic locations all over the world, which will help get you brainstorming on your honeymoon spot. It's hosted by gorgeous girls which will keep your man happy, and will also inspire you to stick to the BridieDiet! The show focuses on exploring what makes each destination unique, from the beaches to the bar scene.
Remember, BridieDiet isn't just about losing the lbs. It's about trimming the fat in all areas of life. So today, put your DVR on a diet with you! Then you can sit back and be a couch potato!
Kisses,
Bridie
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