Well, I'm sure you've heard about or have already watched the popular and controversial, Long Island Medium on TLC. It's on Sunday nights at 9 pm! She's loud, she's funny, and she has some crazy blonde hair, along with some serious nails! This eccentric and lovable woman is, Theresa Caputo.
Theresa is a "medium". So what exactly is a medium? "A medium uses his or her psychic or intuitive abilities to see the past, present and future events of a person by tuning into the spirit energy surrounding that person. This means mediums rely on the presence of non-physical energy outside of themselves for the information relevant to the person being read" (Rosen, 2010, para. 4).
This show is a controversial reality t.v show based on Theresa Caputo and her life as a medium. Theresa channels messages from those who have passed over. She claims that spirits are constantly around her and always have messages to be relayed. This happens at the best of times - whether she is at the hairdresser's, the grocery store, or even at the gym during a workout. She also conducts private and group readings for her clients - through the show we get to witness all of these interesting encounters and experiences.
Long Island Medium often gets you laughing and more than often shedding a fear tears (make sure to have your Kleenex box handy). This show offers a different perspective and insight on life beyond the physical world. Theresa tries to offer comfort to those who have experienced a loss with passing along a message to these people from their loved ones on the other side. She usually validates the spirits presence with some sort of fact that would be unknown to anyone other then the person receiving the message.
Long Island Medium often gets you laughing and more than often shedding a fear tears (make sure to have your Kleenex box handy). This show offers a different perspective and insight on life beyond the physical world. Theresa tries to offer comfort to those who have experienced a loss with passing along a message to these people from their loved ones on the other side. She usually validates the spirits presence with some sort of fact that would be unknown to anyone other then the person receiving the message.
There are many skeptics and non-believers regarding psychic abilities. It can be a touchy subject in regards to peoples personal beliefs. I've done some research on Theresa and there are definitely some mixed feelings on her "gift". It seems as though many people are not convinced and believe her to be a fake.
I personally love the show and I can relate to Theresa, her family and her personality. They seem to be the typical loud family, down to earth, and just everyday people. I believe this is why I enjoy watching and following the show. I enjoy the wittiness of the show, how she has the abilities to "talk to spirits", the accuracy of the information she relays, and the positive impact she provides to those who have been greatly affected by the passing of a loved one.
I'm from a Catholic background and believe in life after death - it's comforting to know that this may be the case once you "kick the bucket". I also realize that this is a poplar reality t.v show (on TLC may I add, that produces shows like Here Comes Honey Boo Boo, and My Strange Addictions) - so it is difficult to believe everything you see and hear (on a more than likely staged), reality t.v show. I do think that Theresa has a "gift", and I want to believe that her ability is true! But, really -- who knows?! All and all, this is an entertaining show and I will continue to stay tuned!
Regardless of my opinion - are you a believer or a skeptic? Do you believe that Theresa Caputo is the real deal or just a fake?
I'm from a Catholic background and believe in life after death - it's comforting to know that this may be the case once you "kick the bucket". I also realize that this is a poplar reality t.v show (on TLC may I add, that produces shows like Here Comes Honey Boo Boo, and My Strange Addictions) - so it is difficult to believe everything you see and hear (on a more than likely staged), reality t.v show. I do think that Theresa has a "gift", and I want to believe that her ability is true! But, really -- who knows?! All and all, this is an entertaining show and I will continue to stay tuned!
Regardless of my opinion - are you a believer or a skeptic? Do you believe that Theresa Caputo is the real deal or just a fake?
References:
Rosen, Rebecca. (2010). What is a medium?. Harpo Productions, Inc. Retrieved September 27, 2012, from http://www.oprah.com/spirit/What-is-a-Medium-Rebecca-Rosen
I am a believer! I adore Theresa and love the show.
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