I am addicted to watching full series on Netflix when I should be doing something else. Right now, as I’m writing this, I have Netflix opened on another tab. I can hear episode 20, season three, of “New Girl.”
Apparently I’m not the only one who does this. According to an analysis of Netflix, nine of 10 students watch Netflix, and 69 percent of those students admit to binge-watching.
Binge-watching is when you watch three or more episodes in a row.
I binge-watch quite often, honestly. I usually watch a few episodes of some show at least once a day. I’m a little embarrassed.
Do we, as students, watch too much Netflix? I think not, but clearly I’m biased.
I don’t want to pay upwards of $100 a month for cable to watch a few channels. No, I would much rather pay about $10 for basically unlimited shows and movies.
I just finished “Bones,” which is one of my all-time favorite shows. It isn’t a Netflix original. It’s aired on regular television, but who likes waiting a whole week for a new episode? Not me.
As I mentioned earlier, I am currently watching “New Girl” and coincidentally the main female lead in “New Girl” and the main female lead in “Bones” are actually real-life sisters Zooey and Emily Deschanel.
A lot of people who are in my mom’s generation always make comments about how our generation is lost to technology.
Netflix is not the devil, folks. I see no problem in young adults binge-watching their favorite shows and sharing their Netflix passcodes so everyone can watch a beautiful movie.
Our generation loves to share, and we share the wealth.
So, people of the young adult crowd, you keep on watching that show you’re addicted to. Watch when you’re sad or when you’re happy. Seriously, binge-watch whenever you want. Nobody should or will stop you.
With that being said, there are some things you should keep in mind. Always go to the bathroom before commencing a binge. Nature calls at the most unfortunate times. Tip number two is to always have snacks and beverages beside you. You don’t want to feel the desert in your mouth while binging.
Now binging and just generally watching Netflix are completely up to you. You do it however you want. It’s none of my business how you decide to live your life. However, I suggest getting Netflix if you don’t have it already.
Invite some friends over — or don’t — eat some popcorn and have a great time. Finding the perfect show is truly a game-changer.
