5 things we can learn from the Twilight Saga (even though we won't admit it)

Currently it would be social suicide openly admitting to finding any enjoyment in the Twilight Saga, and why? Well for one I presume the majority of us have outgrown (or were lucky enough to miss) that adolescent stage which for many went hand in hand with a twilight obsession. Maybe it’s our desire to distance ourselves from that awkward tween phase, so hating everything we loved seems right. It could be that in order to fit into society we have to develop an outspoken, ‘individual’ opinion, which comparatively is the same as everyone else’s (indie is the new mainstream). However, it is probably because the entire story seems to have a few holes – you know, those moments that just leave you saying ‘whuuuutt?’ 

But every story has a moral, and Twilight is no exception. Yes, I believe that we can learn something from this timely tale ... well, five things actually:

1. Just because someone sparkles on the outside, does not mean that they aren't blood sucking demons within.
Whether they have multiple personalities, are deliberately two-faced and hypocritical, or even just have an excellent skin routine, people aren't always what they seem. Don't judge a book by its cover - learn to know the person within (even if they happen to be extremely good looking).

2. Sexy = Stupid.
Let the lesson be learnt.
Bella Swan, though incapable of completing whole sentences or making independent decisions, has every guy she encounters professing their undying, eternal love for her. Edward who reads minds can't find a thought in her head, but he loves her and he's pretty hot right? So she must have something sorted.
Hey boys, want to impress a girl? Take a page out of Edward's book and... talk... like a... zombie...You'll have entire tween populations drooling over you.

3. Know when he's a keeper.
When a guy is in pain after getting a wiff of you, watches you while you sleep at night, and tells you to stay away from him or he'll kill you, what he really means is 'I love you' (but you might need to take a shower).


4. Don't toy with people's emotions (especially if they're secretly a werewolf).
So much unnecessary pain and deceit, why so selfish Bella? It has always been clear that creepy love triangles are doomed before they even begin, so you can't complain when the third wheel attaches himself to your newborn child (even if it is a little weird).

5. Love has no boundaries.
If there is one predominant theme throughout the saga, it would be that it is okay to lie, kill and even give your soul, as long as it's in the name of love.



In saying all this, and at risk of ruining my reputation, I for one will be going to see the next venture in the Twilight series because after all, I do enjoy a good, distorted romance.

And they all lived happily ever after.