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The Stages Of Binge-Watching Netflix

Once you're in, you can't get out.

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The Stages Of Binge-Watching Netflix

We've all been there: it's 3:00 a.m. and your thought process looks something like... "Just two more episodes and then I'm done with the season!" It doesn't matter that you have to be up at 8:00 a.m., obviously. Netflix has made most of us into addicts. And it's fine. We like it. We love the satisfaction that comes with finishing an entire season of "Grey's Anatomy" in one day. We love that the next season is right there, ready for us whenever we want it. There are so many episodes available that it's hard not to binge-watch. It all starts with...

Stage 1: The Hunt

You've had your fellow Netflix-lovers tell you about all the amazing shows available. Now, you're scrolling through show after show, trying to find the perfect one to capture your attention. Better make sure it has at least three seasons, or else, is it really binge-worthy?

Stage 2: The Beginning

You start the pilot episode. It's do-or-die here. If this episode doesn't get you into the show, you're back to stage one. But, if this episode is good, you'll probably be hooked. Once that episode ends and you liked the show, you click next episode.

Stage 3: Bingeing

You started this show five hours ago, and you're still watching. You've probably only paused for bathroom breaks and snacks (maybe not even then). If your friends have watched this before, you're texting them because you're freaking out, asking for answers, and demanding to know what happens next.

Stage 4: Hooked.

It's undeniable. You can't stop watching. All you want to do is lie in your bed with Netflix. You're absorbed in these characters lives and you never want to leave!

Stage 5: Denial

It's finally come down to it. You only have one season left. You try and pace it out, but let's be honest, you're going to watch it in 1-2 days.

Stage 6: The end.

You finished the show. You've run out of seasons on Netflix, or maybe it ended. What do you do now? How can you ever replace that show? I guess it's time to go back to Stage 1.

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