Everyone has their guilty pleasure, right? That one terrible tv show that we watch but don't really want other people to know about. Well, for me, that show is "The Bachelor." Although, at this point, pretty much everyone knows that I watch it religiously every Monday night. I have no shame. I remember my mom watching the very first season when I was little. Eventually, she roped me in and let me tell you, it's addicting. If you don't know the greatness that is this show, I'm about to give you some reasons to start watching.

1. The First Night.
It's a well-known fact that the first episode of every season will always be the best one. From the wacky introductions to awkward glares between the girls, it's awesome. There are more girls that night than at any other point in the show, so there's bound to be tons of drama. Someone always ends up drinking too much, while all the girls begin fighting over a guy they met 10 minutes ago. I mean, what's better than that?

2. Pointless Drama.
The majority of the drama on this show is just dumb. These people get mad about the weirdest things, like not making eye contact. On the other hand, some of the drama get pretty intense. There's usually that one girl that everyone else hates (*cough cough Olivia cough*). Things can get a little out of hand, but hey, it makes for great television.

3. The Dresses.
The elaborate evening gowns these girls have to wear every week are a highlight of the show for me. They're all so gorgeous, and I want them all. A girl can dream. Plus, I'm pretty sure I saw a girl wearing my prom dress this season.

4. The Traveling.
Let's face it, the only reason any normal person would consider signing up for "The Bachelor" is the traveling. They get to travel the world while competing for this guy's attention. What else could you want?

5. Extravagant Dates.
As much as we all hate to admit it, watching the awesome dates the show plans makes us want the same things. These dates are usually the craziest things, like skydiving or climbing a mountain (or pretty much dangling from anything really tall). But then there are the really sweet, simple ones that just make us happy. And let's not forget about the helicopter rides that are included with every "one on one."

6. Group Dates.
This is where a lot of the drama unfolds. It's usually some sort of competition, whether it's sports or a talent show, or anything really. And then there's always the after-party including a hot tub. The group date rose is a pivotal part of every episode. This is only because everyone who doesn't receive it gets super angry and causes more drama. Awesome, right?

7. Two on One Dates.
This date can go one of two ways. It will either be awesome when the person we hate gets left on a glacier (poor Kasey) or it will be heartbreaking when there are two really great options and the "Bachelor" can only choose one. Then there was that one time Farmer Chris left two girls in the middle of a canyon and flew away in a helicopter alone. That was pretty great.

8. Chris Harrison.
Who doesn't love Chris Harrison? He's seriously the best. I'm still waiting for them to make him the next Bachelor. It will happen one day, mark my words.

9. The Bachelorette.
" The Bachelorette" is just as good as "The Bachelor," if not better. The two shows alternate seasons, which means one of your favorite contestants on "The Bachelor" is bound to end up as the next Bachelorette. Also, there are over 20 hot guys to watch for an entire season rather than just the one Bachelor. Not much can beat that. And who ever said that girls have more drama than guys? After watching "The Bachelorette," I can tell you that, guys have a lot more issues than girls. Remember the whole feud between Nick and Shawn B.? I rest my case.

10. The Rose Ceremony.
First, there's a cocktail party. About 90 percent of the drama happens at these "parties." It's the part of the show everyone waits for. After they get all riled up, they file into a formation and wait for their names to be called. Then they're asked if they would accept a rose. This basically means they get to stick around for another week. And when there's one rose left, cue the dramatic music. Chris Harrison walks in and says his famous line, "Ladies, (insert Bachelor's name), this is the final rose tonight. When you're ready." The music gets more intense, and more often than not, he calls the girl we all despise. And then there are some tearful goodbyes from the girls who didn't make the cut.

So basically, "The Bachelor" is pretty dumb. I know everyone who watches the show knows that. But that's what makes it so great. Without all of the craziness, we'd have no reason for TV at all. And beyond the craziness, there is always that hope that our Bachelor will find true love. Best wishes to Bachelor Ben. This is turning out to be the most dramatic season yet.