Netflix has been in my life for about three years now and I have compiled a list of shows that have affected me in some way.
POSSIBLE SPOILERS AHEAD- you've been warned.
1. One Tree Hill
One Tree Hill became the show I couldn't stop watching. I went from hating Nathan Scott to loving him so much it hurt. To see a relationship like Nathan and Haley's go through so much (although it was dramatic at times) was so refreshing. It wasn't about sex or something to do with their ego. They were together because they made each other better people. Peyton and Lucas' love changed the viewer's mind about "undeniable romance." Peyton and Lucas always strayed from each other and found their way back every time. And, my favorite character, Brooke Davis went through the most life changing story of all. She went from a narcissist, party girl to a powerful woman. She learned to accept who she was and to follow her dreams even though she didn't have many people in her corner. She chose to drop Lucas (who was constantly cheating on her) and do better. That spoke to me more than anything... or the line "don't say I never gave you anything."
2. How I Met Your Mother
Don't get me started on the ending, but this show gives me "all the feels." From the blue french horn to the yellow umbrella, there is no way you can watch this show and not see the world just a tad differently. Ted Mosby (T-Mose the Architect) is telling the story of how he met his wife to their kids Luke and Penny. You get to see all the sides of adulthood. You see them grow as people, get their heartbroken, and maybe get engaged a few times. The thing that affected me the most was the truth in how dating really is. You can find a good person, but it doesn't mean they are the right person. You need to give yourself what you deserve and chase after what you want in life and in love.
3. Parks and Recreation
This show is one of the funniest shows I have ever seen. I have a very dry sense of humor and the writers of the show played to that. In the show, you get to see a hardworking government employee Leslie Knope try to make her goals a reality. I love to see a female character with such persistence and no matter how many episodes I watch I am still inspired to go out and do more. Plus Ben and Leslie will always be my favorite couple.
So, to all the anti-TV people in this world, I have a message. Yes, I have spent many of my days sitting on the couch and watching Netflix, but these TV shows gave me some of the most important messages in my life. They can be used for comfort when you want to get away, or a distraction.
My advice is to turn on Netflix and watch at least one of these shows! Leave your recommendation in the comments so I can know what to watch next!
Honorable mention: Gossip girl, Dare Devil, Life Unexpected, Kevin from Work, and Dexter (which I am still working on).
