The home and garden network is more than just a network. It is a lifestyle -- one full of twists and turns, money troubles, heartbreak, and more. While HGTV may seem like a normal channel you pass through during your television time, it is so much more than that. And to go from ambivalent to a major fan, you’ll only need a few steps.

1. The Skeptic. First, HGTV is nothing more than another channel on the television to scroll by. Yes, you’ve heard some great things about it but you haven’t truly gotten into it yet. All the names of the shows sound the same to you and you don’t think there’s any difference between them. How many shows can be dedicated to redoing houses anyway?

2. The One-Show Wonder. You’ve heard the hype on this network and have started becoming curious as to what the deal is. You’ve heard of the die hard Property Brothers fans, the Gaines family from "Fixer Upper," and the random British lady from "Love It Or List It." So you’ve begun the next step -- tuning into one of these shows and becoming pretty emotionally invested in it. You learn the names of the duo on your new show and start seeing why this network is the best out there.

3. The Pinterest Boarder. You’ve started getting into your new HGTV show -- the singular show you’ve peaked your interest in. And you notice this great device that HGTV uses -- Pinterest. What is this life changing website, you ask? When it comes to home decoration, improvement, and more, Pinterest is the go-to source. So naturally, you become quite the fan.

4. The Almost All In. You’ve decided to finally broaden your HGTV horizon. No more watching one show and one show only -- those days are over. You’re watching every show, diving into each and figuring out your favorites. Maybe you like Jonathon better than Drew or Joanna better than Chip. But you are starting to find your favorites and know the network by heart.

5. The All In Fan. You’re done for. You know all the shows and people involved, you know if the couple is going to pick the third or first house. But it’s even further than that. You know what color cabinets you’re going to want in your own house, you know what design style fits you best and what you’ll be interested in in the future. HGTV is now truly a part of you.

So after all that trouble, you’re officially an HGTV addict. Congratulations -- I’m very proud of you. It certainly is a thrill and you will never get bored of it. Who knows- your learned skills may even come in handy in your own home!