Stop Spoiling Shows On Social Media
Start writing a post
Relationships

Stop Spoiling Shows On Social Media

Let TV watchers of the world navigate social media without having their guilty pleasures ruined for them.

43
Stop Spoiling Shows On Social Media
Unsplash

Like most college students, I have my lazy nights and I have my busy nights. Sadly, every once in a while, one of my busy nights falls on the same day as one of "my shows." Thankfully in the modern world, there are apps like HBO GO and ABCgo that help me catch up as soon as the very next day.

I wouldn't call myself an avid TV watcher. Rather I have 2-4 shows that I focus on; otherwise, I barely even touch the remote. While "Grey's Anatomy" is off season, "Game of Thrones" has been my latest TV guilty pleasure. When "Orange is the New Black"'s new season came out last month, I was done with it within a week. For the few shows I do watch, I go all in.

An entire season in a week may sound excessive to those out there who have never experienced a Netflix binge. There's plenty of other productive tasks I could've been completing instead of lying in my bed, stuffing my face with popcorn, and watching TV. However, I am thankful I did because we have some people out there that feel the need to comment on the plots of the episodes (or the biggest climax in the entire series' history) on their social media within seconds of seeing it.

Imagine you're scrolling through Facebook innocently while you should be paying attention in class. The night before you had a paper due and didn't get to watch the latest episode of [insert your favorite show here] but it's all good because you'll catch it on ABCgo after class. Then bam, someone posts a long social criticism about the fight that broke out or the death or the hookup on your show last night and how it pertains to culture. I'm glad you feel the need to apply a show to actual issues, but could you at least write "SPOILER ALERT" before doing so?!

I'm guilty. I'll admit it. I used to be an abuser of this rule. The feeling of tweeting your reaction to that particular scene before everyone else does and raking in the likes and retweets immediately feels good. Really good. However, you've got to have a genuine, strong, "I did NOT see that coming" reaction, and everyone else should be able to do the same.

Let's all give the TV watchers of the world the opportunity to navigate through social media without having their guilty pleasures ruined for them. Or let's at least have the decency to put "SPOILER ALERT" at the top of our posts.

Except for "The Bachelor." "The Bachelor" should always be live tweeted.


Report this Content
This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.
houses under green sky
Photo by Alev Takil on Unsplash

Small towns certainly have their pros and cons. Many people who grow up in small towns find themselves counting the days until they get to escape their roots and plant new ones in bigger, "better" places. And that's fine. I'd be lying if I said I hadn't thought those same thoughts before too. We all have, but they say it's important to remember where you came from. When I think about where I come from, I can't help having an overwhelming feeling of gratitude for my roots. Being from a small town has taught me so many important lessons that I will carry with me for the rest of my life.

Keep Reading...Show less
​a woman sitting at a table having a coffee
nappy.co

I can't say "thank you" enough to express how grateful I am for you coming into my life. You have made such a huge impact on my life. I would not be the person I am today without you and I know that you will keep inspiring me to become an even better version of myself.

Keep Reading...Show less
Student Life

Waitlisted for a College Class? Here's What to Do!

Dealing with the inevitable realities of college life.

89263
college students waiting in a long line in the hallway
StableDiffusion

Course registration at college can be a big hassle and is almost never talked about. Classes you want to take fill up before you get a chance to register. You might change your mind about a class you want to take and must struggle to find another class to fit in the same time period. You also have to make sure no classes clash by time. Like I said, it's a big hassle.

This semester, I was waitlisted for two classes. Most people in this situation, especially first years, freak out because they don't know what to do. Here is what you should do when this happens.

Keep Reading...Show less
a man and a woman sitting on the beach in front of the sunset

Whether you met your new love interest online, through mutual friends, or another way entirely, you'll definitely want to know what you're getting into. I mean, really, what's the point in entering a relationship with someone if you don't know whether or not you're compatible on a very basic level?

Consider these 21 questions to ask in the talking stage when getting to know that new guy or girl you just started talking to:

Keep Reading...Show less
Lifestyle

Challah vs. Easter Bread: A Delicious Dilemma

Is there really such a difference in Challah bread or Easter Bread?

60315
loaves of challah and easter bread stacked up aside each other, an abundance of food in baskets
StableDiffusion

Ever since I could remember, it was a treat to receive Easter Bread made by my grandmother. We would only have it once a year and the wait was excruciating. Now that my grandmother has gotten older, she has stopped baking a lot of her recipes that require a lot of hand usage--her traditional Italian baking means no machines. So for the past few years, I have missed enjoying my Easter Bread.

Keep Reading...Show less

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments