Part of my self-care routine is sinking into the cozy recliner to indulge in a good Netflix series. The last few years that we have had Netflix was quite enjoyable and a nice break from regular TV programming. However, some of the shows we watch started on TV and ended up on Netflix. I love the variety and the diversity in the programming on Netflix. For instance, you can choose from drama, comedy, horror, sci-fi, fantasy, kids shows, action and adventure, and lots more. In addition, there are movies, documentaries, reality TV, and popular TV shows too. In other words, you can be scrolling half the day because it’s so hard to decide sometimes!
Therefore, I usually like to choose shows that will help me escape from the stress I am experiencing. Take a staycation and check out the list of shows I have enjoyed watching.  It was interesting to see all of the post-apocalyptic shows. Guess I am really into that genre for whatever reason! It is a nice break from the overdone medical and police dramas that we watch on cable TV. Sit back and relax and enter into a world of drama, comedy, or whatever floats your boat at that moment. Grab a snack and a drink and tune in for a little while.
The Netflix Obessesion
The very first show I watched on Netflix was Lost. Remember that one from 15 years ago! If I remember correctly there were 6 seasons which was a big undertaking. Honestly, that one is still one of my favorites but don’t think it is offered on Netflix anymore. I recently finished a series called Once Upon a Time which was on regular TV a while back. Have to admit I needed a break after that! It is not offered anymore on Netflix but it was really good.
This time of year we were looking forward to the Fall premieres of shows that we do like on regular TV. However, due to COVID, the shows have not returned with new seasons. Therefore, Netflix is our go-to now. Here is a list of some of the favorites I have watched over the years.
25 Netflix Shows I Loved
DramaÂ
Bloodline
3 seasons. A family drama filled with troubled siblings, crime, and love stories based in the Florida keys. This one is the edge of your seat good!
Dirty John
1 season. A spicy romantic series about a woman who gets into a relationship with a troubled but handsome man. Amusing and fairly predictable.
You
2 Seasons. A charming stalker gets into relationships with 2 unassuming women. Creepy but likable!
Virgin River
1 season. A nurse moves to a small town to start over and encounters many interesting characters. Similar to a Hallmark movie. Easy going and enjoyable.
13 Reasons Why
4 seasons. A teen drama focusing on suicide and everything else teenagers deal with. Suspenseful and very intense.
Orange Is the New Black
7 seasons. A bunch of women in prison and the relationships that bond them. Wasn’t sure if I would like this one but ended up enjoying it. Funny and dramatic.
The Society
1 season. All of the adults go missing in this small town and the teenagers are left by themselves to make it on their own. Dark and suspenseful. Hoping for a second season!
What If
1 season. A couple gets involved with a troubled woman who wants to destroy their marriage and life. Lots of drama and intrigue.
Dead to Me
2 seasons. A story about 2 women who become friends under very strange circumstances. Dramatic and funny. I believe another season is coming and I just can’t wait!
Outer Banks
1 season. A group of teenagers embarks on a dangerous adventure when they find a mysterious shipwreck. Exciting and entertaining.
Tiger King
1 season. A dramatic documentary about an intense rivalry between 2 zoo operators. This series was so weird and dumb but extremely entertaining.
Crime/Thriller
Ozark
3 seasons. An ordinary family gets involved in a drug ring and has many dangerous escapades. Dark, intense with some violence. Another season is coming soon!
Broadchurch
3 seasons. A small town struggles with the disappearance of a local boy and everyone is a suspect. Intriguing and surprising turns in every episode. A great detective series!
Wanted
3 seasons. Two strangers witness a crime and end up on the run trying to escape the criminals. An exciting and intense story filled with drama.
The Stranger
1 season. An intriguing series about a woman who has damaging information about a group of people. Bizarre and interesting detective series.
Safe
1 season. A teenager goes missing in an affluent town and the people involved carry dark secrets. A thrilling crime drama.
The Sinner
2 seasons. Two mysterious stories about murder and the detectives who try to solve the cases. Strange but very entertaining and suspenseful.
Imposters
2 seasons. A comedy about a girl who is a con artist and the people who fall prey to her scams. Filled with funny characters and interesting storylines.
Sci-Fi/Fantasy/Post Apocalyptic
Outlander
3 seasons on Netflix. About a woman who travels back in time to 18th century Scotland. Lots of steamy romance and also some violence. This is originally a STARZ show. I had to subscribe to STARZ so I could see the most recent seasons. Worth it!
Locke & Key
1 season. A family moves to a small town into an old mansion with lots of secrets. This one is creepy but entertaining if you like magic and the fantasy genre.
Into the Badlands
3 seasons. A post-apocalyptic thriller filled with intense drama and people trying to survive the new world they live in. Lots of violence and fighting but has a theme of survival which is interesting.
Colony
3 seasons. Another post-apocalyptic drama set in Los Angeles after it’s been occupied by invaders. Some are rebelling while others are joining the new cause. Very intriguing and exciting series.
The 4400
4 seasons. A sci-fi mystery about people who disappear and show up back on Earth 50 years later with special powers. A cool science fiction series that doesn’t disappoint.
The 100
7 seasons. Another sci-fi thriller about teens living in space and then sent down to Earth after it was destroyed by nuclear war. Interesting characters and relationships with some violence and survival storylines.
Jericho
2 seasons. A young man returning to his small Kansas town in the middle of a nuclear attack. Another post-apocalyptic drama filled with stories on how people survive the end of the world.
On My Netflix To Watch List
Quantico
The Crown
Peaky Blinders
Sherlock
Cobra Kai
Bodyguard
Thieves of the Woods
The Tudors
The Umbrella Academy
Schitt’s Creek
Sit Back & Relax
There you have it. This is how I spend some of my time escaping reality and unwinding.  As you can see, I tend to like crime dramas and sci-fi thrillers mixed in with some comedy. I love shows that are set in another century too like my favorite, Outlander. Looking forward to those rainy and cold nights to cozy up on the couch and watch more Netflix. Above all, it is important to find ways to unwind and forget about the stress of life. What shows have you watched that you would recommend?
xoxo
Jill DeMasi is a Lifestyle Blogger, Licensed Massage Therapist, and a Certified Wellness Coach with a passion for helping others manage stress, chronic pain, and anxiety. Learn more about her journey and wellness practice that offers natural solutions to stress at www.AtTheHeartofWellness.com.
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