What's up Bachelor Nation?! We're not even halfway through the 20th season of "The Bachelor" and we've already witnessed tears, meltdowns, and a couple women willingly leaving the mansion. I think it's safe to say that this season is and will be drama-filled for a completely undramatic bachelor, Ben Higgins. I really do believe that Ben's wife is in this mix of women, but he just needs to weed out all the crazies first. For the most part, Ben has made pretty solid decisions during the rose ceremony, but I think that he may be getting blinded by the pretty dresses and bright smiles during some of his decision-making because some of these women are INSANE. I bet that even the sane ones are still low-key nuts.
I have to admit that this is only the second season of "The Bachelor" that I have ever watched, so I'm a little more critical than most people probably are. My pickiness obviously also stems from the fact that Ben is perfect and rightfully deserves his perfect match. After some intense research (AKA re-watching clips from previous episodes and reading the women's bios) I've come up with a tentative ranking of how crazy Ben's 14 girlfriends are.
1. JoJo (Level of crazy: 3)
JoJo earned herself a low level of crazy by being just sassy enough to the other girls, but still being very much put together. Her southern charm and outlook on life is definitely compatible with Ben's request for his wife to have "small-town values." You go, JoJo!
2. Olivia (Level of crazy: 8)
Olivia earned the highest level of crazy because she's undoubtedly the most manipulative woman in the house. I'm all about competition, but homegirl definitely does not have a lot of female friends or something. Alongside, who brings up their cankles when the supposed love of your life shares news that someone close to him just passed away? I guess everyone has their own way of comforting people...
3. Jubilee (Level of crazy: 7)
Oh, Jubilee... Ben mentioned that the audience hasn't quite grasped Jubilee's sarcastic personality, but I think that's because it's nonexistent. Her sour and "woe is me" personality is really starting to get old and we're only just approaching episode four. If everyone in the house is talking bad about you, there's probably a reason.
4. Leah (Level of crazy: 3)
Leah's limo introduction is what got her any level of crazy. I'm still confused whether I thought her bending over to snap a football was cute or weird. She obviously has the looks to match Ben's but I'm not so sure if she's standing out enough compared to the other women. I'm also dying to find out who hit her in the face because that person is definitely not sane.
5. Lauren B. (Level of crazy: 1):
Lauren B. is perfect and you're wrong if you disagree. Just kidding. But seriously. She is extremely happy-go-lucky and just the cutest person ever. It really seems like her values match up with Ben's and she hasn't done anything crazy or slightly unsettling since the first episode. (If you can't tell, I'm really pulling for her.)
6. Amanda (Level of crazy: 5)
I'm so torn by Amanda because she is just so sweet and innocent, but then her whole back story throws me off. She seems like a really emotional person who is desperate to be loved. She's the kind of girl who says she isn't crazy, but then cries at everything like a crazy girl would. Ultimately, Amanda is pretty great and definitely won't have a problem finding a husband, but I don't think it's Ben.
7. Jennifer (Level of crazy: 0)
Jennifer is just super irrelevant to me at this point which is why her level of crazy is nonexistent. She seems like she'd be a great friend to Ben, but I'm just not seeing the connection.
8. Emily/Haley (Level of crazy: 4)
Everything about these two women confuses me. First and foremost being that I can never tell them apart while they're on TV. They're 22-year-old identical twins looking for (separate) love on "The Bachelor" and yet they do almost everything together. No woman in their right mind would ever compete with their sister for the same guy! That's literally one of the main unwritten rules in my "How To Be A Good Sister" handbook.
9. Lauren H. (Level of crazy: 2)
On paper, Lauren H. is great: A 25-year-old Kindergarten teacher who lives in Michigan. On TV, Lauren H. is just...there. She definitely matches up with Ben's simple lifestyle, but I think he has stronger connections with other women in the house that also have the same values. All I can say is if she leaves the mansion, it won't be because she's crazy.
10. Amber (Level of crazy: 5)
I really feel for Amber. She's one of the oldest women on the show and this is her second time around. Consequently, these are also the reasons why I think she's sort of crazy. The other women think she's at an advantage, but I really don't see her going very far. (And if she does, it's for ratings.)
11. Rachel (Level of crazy: 2)
Despite Rachel's memorable hoverboard introduction, I don't think we'll be seeing much of her just as we haven't in the past few weeks. There really isn't much else to say about her than that due to her lack of effort to get some alone time with Ben.
12. Becca (Level of crazy: 3)
I know nothing about Becca from her previous season except that she's a crowd favorite and a virgin, which are two qualities that I can respect! Anyone who wants to be on this show twice can't possibly be completely stable, but I think she's one of the good ones. Becca's beauty may be what keeps getting her a rose, but I have hopes that her and Ben will make a connection soon enough.
13. Caila (Level of crazy: 4)
Caila is so quirky and cute, but she's also a crier. Nothing is wrong with shedding a tear here or there, but I feel like she cries about everything. Isn't it pretty obvious that he's going to be going out on dates with other women while you're left at home? Regardless of the everlasting tears, she's still one of my favorites. I'm calling it that she at least makes it to the final three contestants.
14. Honorable Mention: Lace (Level of crazy: 10)
I couldn't talk about crazy contestants and not mention Lace. She went full on level 10 crazy in just three episodes. It started with being a drunk mess to an emotional wreck. I'm honestly concerned for her well-being because anyone who gets THAT worked up over someone not making eye contact with you has some serious issues. I'll admit this, I really do respect the whole "break up with him before he breaks up with you" mindset she had. Hopefully she figures herself out and finds love... on "Bachelor In Paradise."