Netflix is one of the best things that has ever been invented. If you think about paying $8 a month to watch any show or movie offered, on any device you own, you realize it is a very great investment. However, it also has been one of the worst, for me at least. When your Netflix use makes you stay up until midnight, or when you skip that assignment that "isn't due, but is highly suggested," you know it might not be the best investment. However, regardless, the use of Netflix has some very pertinent struggles.
1. What to watch
Should I continue binge-watching my favorite show, or should I take a break and start something new? Nope, I would get too confused, I can only truly focus on one story line at a time.
2. When a new show stops
You are just starting to get into a new show, and you realize, there are no more episodes left and you are just on Season 2! Why? No clue! But now you are upset because you are left with so many questions. Word to the wise, make sure the show is set to renew for another season.
3. When Netflix takes over
Do you find yourself asking people to come over and watch Netflix? Netflix and chill? Yes, you are officially addicted to Netflix, and it is hard to quit. Also, you may be giving out the wrong idea.
4. Thinking your life relates to every show you watch
Do you have a best friend? Do you think she is Christina and you are Meredith? Do you call her your person? Yes? Well you, my friend, are addicted to Netflix.
5. When people ask you to hang out
Have you ever told someone you can't hang out because you are watching Netflix? Hopefully not, but this is another sign of.. Netflix addiction.
6. Assuming friends
When you accidentally tell someone about your friend Christina, who was left at the altar. Is she really your friend? I think you may need to take a break from Netflix.
7. "Next episode playing in..."
This is the point where you should close your computer or turn off your TV and get your life in order. Realize that the Netflix binge is impossible to stop after the second episode.
8. Deciding to do something else
Good! It's a start. Finish that episode tomorrow. Hopefully, you realized this in less than three episodes.
9. Deciding to go back to Netflix
"I just need an hour break." After 15 minutes? Sure!
10. Butt pain
Do you feel the tingling feeling in your butt and legs? Get up and stop watching Netflix.
11. "Are you still watching?"
Yes Netflix, I am. Don't judge me.
Netflix can make for great background noise during your second nap of the day, or it can become a minor distraction that eventually takes over your life. You go from watching one episode, to the robot who has to click on the next episode before the 15 seconds runs out because it's just too long to wait.
Binge-watching can be addicting, but it's only natural. Happy Netflixing, my friends!
