This was the first time I had a four-day weekend in my professional career. In my previous role, I had to work on Friday and Saturday after Thanksgiving. Besides playing The Sims 3, I have been watching a lot of New Girl. New Girl is a comfort show that I can put on whenever. One crucial takeaway from watching the show is the importance of individuality.
Jess (played by Zooey Deschanel) is the lead of the show. She moves in with three male roommates after she discovers her boyfriend cheating on her. Nick, Schmidt, and Winston give Jess realistic advice while the roommates start to get to know her. Jess and Nick (played by Jake Johnson) have great chemistry together that builds from their friendship.
Jess’s personality may seem over the top, but I appreciate how she’s always herself. Her male roommates will tease her constantly over it, but Jess hasn’t ever backed down or been less of herself. As much as I pride myself on being comfortable with who I am, I have my moments. For example, at my new job, I was telling my team how much I love reading comics. When I thought back to this moment, I felt regret. I regret it because I don’t want my new coworkers to think I’m weird. However, I don’t want to be someone I’m not.
In these last five years, I have grown immensely as a person. I have become more confident in myself, but the insecurity is there. Watching New Girl allowed me to realize how I’m not alone. I would highly recommend watching New Girl because it’s a great show, but also, it’s a gentle reminder that it’s okay to be yourself.
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Being a little “weird” is what makes all of us the same, yet different. Everyone has that one thing they fan out over it! And I loooooove New Girl!
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For sure. I think it’s funny when you’re interacting at work and not everyone is as “geeky” as you are. Sometimes it makes me insecure with myself. New Girl is so great. I’m only at season #2, but I have so much more to watch!
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My wife and I love New Girl! I’ve kinda fallen behind due to the weird scheduling in the UK but would happily watch more 🙂
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Yes! All 7 seasons are on Netflix. It’s so addicting. That’s all I did last weekend was watch New Girl
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My brother watched this series a lot and has always mentioned it to me, but I haven’t really gotten round to watching it yet!
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It’s so good!!! I highly recommend it!
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Everyone has their thing, whether it be sports, nerd/geek stuff, makeup, or crafting. I love discovering that thing that people people are passionate about, they just light up! I’ve never really seem New Girl, but I think I’m going to have to give it a try!!
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YES it’s so good! I agree everyone has something they’re passionate about. Mine is Harry Potter 😛
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I need to rewatch this show. I used to watch it all the time when it first came out, but then somewhere along the way I fell off, but I really enjoyed it!
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It’s so good!!! Ah I love it. I’ll probably watch a couple episodes tonight
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Jess’ quirkiness, though maybe a little annoying and over the top at times, didn’t mean she wasn’t a good person. She had friends and was so outgoing and confident. Her quirkiness allowed her to be a great teacher and great roommate to three guys who needed that spirit in their lives.
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YES agreed. My friend feels the same how Jess can be annoying at times, but her intentions are so good.
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