Parasocial relationships can be good for you. You just need to know when to draw the line

There’s a surprising upside to being obsessed with your favorite celebrity.

Let’s be honest: we’ve all got that one celebrity, influencer, or podcast host who lives rent-free in our heads. You know their dog’s name, their morning routine, their trauma story, and their oat milk brand of choice. You might even find yourself defending them in comment sections like they’re your actual friend.