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A form to look back at life
The length of the series is a way of looking back on our life: It reminds us of the passage of time and where we were and who we watched it with.
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Grieving the ending of a series
There are varying degrees of grief (the end of a movie or show is obviously not the same as the death of a person), but many people do experience feelings of loss around different forms of media, such as the ending of a favorite show.
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TV series as a form of detachment
For many people, watching a show regularly can be a form of temporarily checking out of what’s going on in the real world.
It’s a way we detach from our own issues, our own problems. And the thought of giving that up and coming back to our own world is a little frightening for people...
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Connecting to stories and characters
We are genuinely invested in the outcome of a story and the state of the various characters.
These connections to fictional stories and characters are why many people share their opinions about the plots and characters’ actions. People feel so connected, and in some cases, they fe...
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A collective experience
The actual experience of watching a show ― whether it involves the same group of people, centers around a certain meal, or focuses on another viewing party tradition ― can also add to those feelings of loss once that series ends.
It becomes a ritual for people. And it's a form of ...
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Fragility of Life
The series emphasizes how fragile life can be, as characters are killed off unexpectedly.
Life is fragile and precious gift that can be taken away at any moment. It reminds us to cherish each moment, prioritize what matters, and treat others with compassion, empathy, and respect. Despite th...
A reminder to live
German philosopher Martin Heidegger concerned himself with the relationship between death-awareness and leading a fulfilling life. He argued that being aware of our own passing makes us desire to make our life worthwhile and give it meaning and value.
This awareness that we are go...
Gaining insight from a global crisis
The pandemic has given us first-hand experience of the fundamental nature of time.
Looking into the past, we cannot remember exactly how many months ago the Australian bushfires were raging. Looking into the future, we wonder when we will be able to go on holiday? If we knew the world...
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