My "Netflix and Eat a Pound of Chocolate by Yourself" Picks

It's winter break, so if you're like me, you're back home with nothing to do. You've seen the friends you wanted to see, Christmas is over, and you have nothing to do. 

Since you're bored out of your mind, you turn to your trusty pal Netflix to keep you occupied. Except, (don't forget, we're assuming you're just like me for a moment) you can't do the whole "Netflix and chill" thing because you're lonely single, you choose to do the whole "Netflix and eat a pound of chocolate* by yourself" thing.

*you can replace a pound of chocolate with whatever snack or portion size you deem fit

Personally, I'm a big fan of watching TV shows during break. I can devote the entire break to watching a new show and by the end, I have 4 or 5 new "friends" that I know really well (because I spend all of my time inside avoiding people I might know in real life)

But movies are also really great because they're cinematic masterpieces. I love old movies because there's just something special about them. But during break, I like to rewatch a lot of movies from my childhood because, well, I'm in my childhood home. Plus, you can always get your family to comfortably watch them with you because no one will feel awkward when there's no awkward sex scenes.

So, without further ado, here are my Netflix suggestions for break, and may the force be with you.

1. Parks and Recreation-

Leslie, Ann, Tom, Donna, Jerry, Andy, April, and Ron are trying to build a park, but it's so much more. They're funny. They're loveable. They get involved in shenanigans. I guarantee by the end of this show you will consider the characters family. 

2. Roman Holdiay-

Audrey Hepburn is honestly #goals and Gregory Peck is really hot. This movie is super cute and charming. Blair Waldorf approves. I promise you will love it. I also promise that you'll probably get onto your school's study abroad page and start looking for trips to Rome right after. 

3. Gossip Girl-

I wasn't going to include this, but if you didn't get the Blair Waldorf reference above, you're seriously missing out. Blair, Serena, Nate, and Chuck are super wealthy and they do whatever they want. Live vicariously through them while you sit at home.

4. Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt-

When your mom asks what you do each day and you want to have an accomplishment to tell her, watch this. It's 13 episodes that are only about 25 minutes long, so you'll easily finish it in one sitting. It's pretty funny and Jon Hamm is in it, so basically what I'm saying is you're welcome.

5. Legally Blonde-

I'm pretty sure you've seen this, but you should definitely watch it again, especially if it's been a while. Elle Woods is totally relateable and she's very inspirational. Plus, grades were just released and depending on your GPA, you may need some motivation.

6. Once Upon a Time-

It's basically grown up Disney. You're home and you definitely watched Cinderella, Beauty and the Beast, Snow White, and Peter Pan there back in the day. So why not watch them now when you're a grown up? Plus, it's packed full of action, drama, and comedy, so the slipper will fit. 

7. A Shonda Rhimes Show

Listen, you knew you wouldn't get through a list of Netflix picks without a shout out to the queen of TV. Grey's Anatomy is a classic binge-worthy show, and for good reason. But if you don't feel like devoting your time to the 11 seasons on Netflix, choose Scandal (4 seasons) or How to Get Away with Murder (1 season).

Bonus: scroll all the way down to the documentary section. Pick one. You'll seem smart for watching one.

What I'm Watching Next:

1. Lee Daniel's the Butler

2. Miss Fisher's Murder Mysteries

3. Madam Secretary

4. Pretty Little Liars

5. The Hours

Let me know your suggestions!