Corey Haim, the 80s and JSBachism

I'll post the next article in the Myth series tomorrow or the next night. 

Yesterday, 80s film actor Corey Haim died of drug overdose.  I was barely out of diapers when he was active in film.  But I'm a fan of 80s culture and have seen his work on DVD. 

Throughout the 80s, there were countless great films about high school, first loves and teen angst.  Corey starred in what I believe to be the best of these films: Lucas.  I saw it about ten years ago and it's a movie I still vividly remember.  I don't think there's a straight guy who couldn't relate to the movie.  It also contained a bit of JSBachism. 

Lucas is about a likeable but geeky kid named Lucas who, over one summer, met a pretty older girl named Maggie who just moved into town.  During that summer, the two hung out and developed a deep friendship.  Unbeknownst to her, he began to develop feelings for her. 

Eventually, summer ended and the two returned to school.  Because Maggie was pretty, she eventually found new friends amongst the "in" crowd and became a cheerleader.  Lucas hung with the nerdy crowd instead and was subjected to hazing and bullying.  As time wore on, their social paths diverged. 

Soon, Maggie befriended a popular football player named Cappie.  Cappie was a nice guy and was also a friend to Lucas.  Cappie and Maggie eventually got closer and more romantic until one night, they shared a kiss during some encounter.  Unknown to them, Lucas witnessed the kiss from a distance. 

In desperation, Lucas decided to act.  He decided the only way to win her is by joining the football team -- even though he was not athletic and wholly undersized. 

I'm not going to give the movie away.  But you should really watch it.  Very sad and tragic, but also sweet and uplifting.  The DVD will likely be hard to find or rent, but I think your effort would be well-rewarded. 

The reason JSBachism is involved is because of what Lucas said at one point in the film.  It was a confessional scene between Lucas and Maggie.  I forgot the exact words, but he said how nerdy outcasts like him would always lose the girl because she is biologically programmed to seek the strongest male for her own survival and for the survival of the species.  That same statement could have been printed on this blog.  He was a smart kid who thought scientifically. 

Of course, his assessment was right -- but only for high school where high-value girls prefer jockish guys.  But when university comes around, it will be the nerdy guy's turn.  That’s because, at that stage, girls begin wising up and realize that physical strength or athleticism doesn’t necessarily make a guy “the strongest”.  Social skills, education, money and other factors are far more important in determining who is “strongest”. 

I know some of you who follow my writings are in high school.  Let me assure you.  High school will be the lamest, shallowest and dumbest place you'll ever experience.  Just tolerate it.  In the mean time, devote to learning great social skills and PUA tactics in preparation of university life.  I promise brighter days are ahead.