Am I Normal?habits
I rewatch shows I've already seen instead of starting something new
Rewatching familiar content is called 'comfort media consumption'. It provides the psychological benefits of narrative engagement without the cognitive cost of uncertainty — you know how it ends, so you can relax fully. It's especially common during stress or anxiety as a form of emotional regulation.
Have you ever done this?
Be honest — have you ever done this?
Related fact
A University of Chicago study found that rereading books is more enjoyable the second time for most people — familiarity with the ending lets readers notice detail and craft they missed while tracking the plot.