Overcoming psychological barrier

More than 1 million tickets to the Beijing Paralympics were sold before the grand opening last Saturday.

While the crowds roar their approval of these remarkable athletes, some people are candid enough to admit that they feel awkward watching the events. Some television hosts, too, seem uneasy or even condescending.

They would do well to listen to Andy Lau, the Hong Kong film/music star and honored ambassador to the Beijing Paralympics: "Just go. They are great!"