Public Dumping?

John Mayer is a 31 year old singer songwriter who has won over 20 music awards. He is usually in the media because of either his songs or philanthropic pursuits (the ‘back to you fund’). However this is not the reason for the latest coverage in the media. Lately this crooner has been in the limelight for a post he wrote on his blog. This post read-
Dear Ex Lover, Perhaps you didn't understand the last time I told you to stop contacting me, so I'll do my best to spell it out for you. I do not wish to have you in my life anymore. I don't know how much more clear I can be about it. It would serve you best to move on with your life and find someone who can put up with you, because I'm done trying. I hope this is enough closure for you. Goodbye. P.S. If you need me, you know how to find me.

He denied that this letter was for anyone particularly and instead said that it was a song he was working on. However, this has not quelled the rumors and who the ‘song’ was meant for is still under scrutiny.
Usually a tongue and cheek write up about his life, philosophy and observations, this post when linked to his famous exes gained quite a lot of publicity. However, he is not alone in the public dumping of people; it is fast becoming a socially acceptable phenomenon. Another case that recently made headlines was that of Tricha Walsch Smith who posted a 6 minute long video about her divorce on U-tube. This has made her not only a celebrity but also offered her some closure she feels.

The net is cathartic, it allows for the relinquishing of thoughts and feelings. However, it is a double edged sword, (as John Mayor discovered) for once the words are posted, it is viewed and commented on by all. It is public domain and suddenly your business is not your own, it is everyone’s.