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Marisa DiPaolo

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If you haven't binged Netflix's new original reality show, "The Circle," what are you waiting for?

At first glance, "The Circle" may seem like just another trashy competition show, but this one hits different. Every episode will have you hooked to your screen.

There are so many reasons to fall in love with "The Circle," and no matter which one gets you to start watching, you won't be sorry you did.

1. The players grow to feel like your best friends.

Each contestant is SO different, but they all become close in the end and really love each other, and you can't help but love them too.

2. The challenges are so much fun to watch and participate in.

From trivia to cake decorating, there is never a dull moment in "The Circle."

3. The entire show is actually a thoughtful commentary on how we portray ourselves on social media.

All of the contestants are shaping themselves into a character in "The Circle," whether intentionally or not, reminding viewers that no one is exactly as they appear online.

4. Joey

How did Joey go from my least favorite player on Day 1 to becoming my literal favorite human on this planet... I lo… https://t.co/HdhHr3vG1m
— Natalie says: (@Natalie says:) 1578620409.0

Your first impression of Joey will completely evolve as the season goes on. The biggest "bro" in the game is also the biggest sweetheart.

5. It sends a strong message that being yourself is always best.

Some people come into "The Circle" expecting to win by pretending to be someone more conventionally attractive, but they are all far more likable as themselves.

6. Shooby

Shooby is too pure for this world. #TheCircle https://t.co/6wLs9aswTs
— Horny 4 abolishing ICE🔥 (@Horny 4 abolishing ICE🔥) 1578972397.0

He comes into the game hating on social media and the world of "influencers," but he ends up being the most influential out of everyone.

7. The host says everything you're thinking.

So far the best character on #TheCircle is the host.
— lu asfaha (@lu asfaha) 1578700848.0

Her commentary throughout the episodes will make you laugh every time.

8. Joey and Shooby's epic bromance

These two will be friends forever.

9. Each contestant's look, despite them being totally alone the entire time, is iconic.

Shoutout to Seaburn's slippers and Chris' incredible makeup.

10. The apartments they live in will give you major decor inspo.

Brb, purchasing that beachy palm wallpaper in Shooby's apartment for my room.

11. The loyalty between contestants runs deep.

The original contestants protect each other, and it's beautiful to watch.

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ALERT: 11 Reasons Netflix's 'The Circle' Is The Most Unexpectedly Lovable Reality Show On TV

YEAHHH BUDDY!!!

1. The players grow to feel like your best friends.

2. The challenges are so much fun to watch and participate in.

3. The entire show is actually a thoughtful commentary on how we portray ourselves on social media.

4. Joey

5. It sends a strong message that being yourself is always best.

6. Shooby

7. The host says everything you're thinking.

8. Joey and Shooby's epic bromance

9. Each contestant's look, despite them being totally alone the entire time, is iconic.

10. The apartments they live in will give you major decor inspo.

11. The loyalty between contestants runs deep.

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10 ways to prepare for finals week—beginning with getting to the library.

Who knows where we would be without them.

1. Thank you for laughing at my jokes, even when they really aren’t funny.

2. Thank you for singing unbearably loud with me all the time.

3. Thank you for letting me vent to you for hours about anything and basically being my personal therapist.

4. Thank you for ordering pizza with me at 2 in the morning.

5. Thank you for all the movie days when we don’t feel like moving.

6. Thank you for being my workout buddy everyday.

7. Thank you for sharing your closets with me.

8. Thank you for taking naps with me at random hours during the day.

9. Thank you for cleaning our home with me when we absolutely need to.

10. Thank you for all the rides when it’s late and you don’t want me to walk home alone in the dark.

11. Thank you for studying with me in our kitchen when we didn't want to go the library.

12. Thank you for making dinner with me.

13. Thank you for helping with my hair, makeup and outfit every time we go out.

14. Thank you for taking countless ugly pictures with me.

15. Thank you for not judging me when I go too long without showering.

16. Thank you for making our apartment feel like a second home.

17. Thank you for being there through all of our boy troubles.

18. Thank you for giving me a hug when I feel homesick.

19. Thank you for getting excited with me when one of us gets a good grade on an exam.

20. Thank you for still being my friend and not judging me when I say or do dumb things.

21. Thank you for telling me what I should do when I am sick.

22. Thank you for dancing horribly with me everywhere we go.

23. Thank you for staying up super late with me when we aren’t tired or can’t sleep.

24. Thank you for being super weird with me.

25. Thank you for all the unforgettable college memories.

26. And most of all, thank you for being the best friends a girl could have.

I may or may not be stressing right now.

1. "What do I have to study for?"

2. "What class do I need to study for the most?"

3. "I’m going to ace this."

4. "Focus!"

5."I have no idea what I'm reading."

6. "I should call my smart friend about this."

7. "I’m going to fail. I’m going to fail."

8. "I’m dropping out of school."

9. "What grade do I have to get on the final to pass the class?"

10. "Oh, no, I have to do good."

11. "I shouldn’t have procrastinated all semester."

12. "I wanna go to bed."

13. "We did not learn this!"

14. "I should go get food."

15. "Why do we even have finals?"

16. "I don’t want to be at the library."

17. "Get off your phone."

18. "I can watch Netflix for like 20 minutes and then go back to studying."

19. "I shouldn’t have watched Netflix."

20. "You have to study now!"

The "Happiest Place on Earth" has a lot of characters with some pretty great advice.

Remember you’re the one who can fill the world with sunshine. — Snow White

The past can hurt. But the way I see it, you can either run from it or learn from it. — Rafiki

You don't have time to be timid. You must be bold and daring. — Lumière

If watching is all you're gonna do, then you're gonna watch your life go by without ya. — Laverne

Sometimes the right path is not the easiest one. — Grandmother Willow

Always let your conscience be your guide. — Jiminy Cricket

To infinity and beyond. — Buzz Lightyear

Life is a journey to be experienced, not a problem to be solved. — Pooh

Let it go. — Elsa

If you can't say something nice, don't say nothin' at all. — Thumper

Today's special moments are tomorrow's memories. — Genie

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