Decompress with These Binge-Worthy Shows

We get it. Life can be tough. Even though you’re not living through 2020 anymore, life is still a bit awkward. On top of that, you’re still dealing with the daily stresses that come with being human. You might have children to raise, a career to build, relationships to tend to, a home to clean, finances to manage, and errands to run. But you can’t run yourself ragged. 

Sometimes you need to slow down, sit down, decompress, and take care of yourself. That might look like reading, journaling, meditating, exercising, or visiting a local spa. Or, it might look like plopping on the couch and watching an endless stream of relaxing, light-hearted television shows. If that’s more your style, we’re not here to judge, we’re here to help you indulge. 

Here’s our list of shows to binge-watch when life is a lot and you simply want to chill. 

Nature Shows 

There’s just something calming about nature. If you enjoy spending time outside, these nature shows might be just what you need to declutter your mind. 

• “Our Planet” 

• “Planet Earth” 

• “Moving Art” 

• “A World of Calm” 

• “One Strange Rock”

Sitcoms 

It’s hard not to relax when you’re watching sitcoms. They’re funny shows based on real-life that always seem to make you feel better about your own life. 

• “Seinfeld” 

• “Friends From College” 

• “Black-ish” 

• “New Girl”

• “The Middle” 

• “King of Queens” 

• “Brooklyn Nine-Nine” 

• “Parks and Recreation” 

Cooking Shows 

Food is life and there’s nothing like watching a good ole’ cooking show to help you pass the time. Warning: watching these shows can make you very hungry. 

• “Nailed It” 

• “Sugar Rush” 

• “Chef’s Table” 

• “Cutthroat Kitchen” 

• “The Great British Baking Show” 

• “Salt Fat Acid Heat” 

Housing Shows 

Or you can virtually visit beautiful, unique, other-worldly homes right from the comfort of your own place. 

• “Tiny House Nation” 

• “Stay Here” 

• “Amazing Interiors”

• “Instant Hotel” 

• “Dream Home Makeover” 

• “Interior Design Masters” 

• “The World’s Most Extraordinary Homes” 

Nostalgic Shows 

If you’re looking to chill and travel back in time, tune in to one of these nostalgic shows. 

• “Cheers” 

• “The Office” 

• “Sister, Sister” 

• “Gilmore Girls”

• “A Different World” 

• “The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air”

Family Shows 

Last, but certainly, not least, if you’re chilling with your family, feel free to try one of these heart-warming, family-friendly shows. 

• “Dogs” 

• “The Good Place” 

• “Anne With an E” 

• “One Day at a Time” 

• “Raising Dion” 

• “The Masked Singer” 

Life can be full of ups and downs. And even though watching television isn’t the only way you can declutter your mind, watching a good, lighthearted show can certainly help take the edge off. 

What shows do you turn to when you want to slow down and relax? 

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Sharita D. Hanley loves snuggling up with a good book and cup of tea. But she’ll set her books aside to travel and talk about cultural issues.