Everyone who's ever binge-watched a show on Netflix knows... it's a commitment.
For that time period, it's pretty much all you do (or want to do) in your free time. This show has become a part of your life. You love it; you cherish it. However, there comes a time in every binge-watcher's life that they near the end of their series.
As you watch the very last episode of the show you've dedicated so much time to, you begin to feel sad. Quite frankly, it feels like a breakup. Here are the stages we all go through as we finish our beloved Netflix series.
1. Denial
Seriously, how could it be over? Why are they not making any more episodes? Who decided this show needed to end? This is insanity.
2. Confusion.
What am I going to do with all of my spare time? Do I start a new series, or do I take a break from Netflix for a while? We all know that I probably could never take a break from Netflix, so what show will I watch next?
3. Disbelief.
One of the strangest feelings is realizing just how dedicated you were to this show. It's a sensation you generally don't feel until after you've spent all of the time watching it.
4. Researching.
Obviously, some other show is going to have to fill this void, so you begin doing your research. You ask around, make Facebook posts, and maybe even tweet about it. You consult your Groupmes, and you make an informed decision. There's nothing worse than downgrading after a show. Once you find a good one, the process begins all over again.
If you, like me, have previously finished a Netflix series, you know the struggle and sadness that comes along with it. Fear not, there are other shows out there. Happy watching!
