Life Lessons We Learn From TV Shows

TV has a way of taking over lives. Especially in the wake of the Netflix phenomenon, providing the ability to watch shows in their entirety, it is all too easy to become consumed with characters from television shows. And it's not for nothing, in fact we've learned a lot.

1. We should always offer encouragement to others.

Full House - Aw thanks Michelle! We could all use a little thumbs-up. Spread the good vibes!

2. Sometimes you have to take risks.

The O.C. - Seth Cohen did it best when he stood up on that coffee cart and professed his love for Summer. Don't live with regrets. Find a coffee cart (or just talk to somebody) and take a risk!

3. Moms are the ultimate best friends.

Gilmore Girls - Lorelai and Rory are the ultimate mother-daughter pair. And through them we realize just how important that relationship is. We literally wouldn't be here without them. GO MOMS!

4. Don't underestimate the power of dance.

Grey's Anatomy - Christina Yang says it best. Dance can heal just about anything. So when in doubt, dance it out.

5. Clear eyes, full hearts, can't lose.

Friday Night Lights - You're so right Coach Taylor. Live this way and there's no losing. TEXAS FOREVER.

6. Being normal is boring.

New Girl - Jess said it best, weirdness is cool! Why fit in when you were born to stand out, ya know?

7. Protect the things you care about.

Game of Thrones - Take care of what you love. Like Khaleesi loves her dragons. A lot.

8. Every blonde should have a brunette best friend.

Gossip Girl - B & S, what a pair. We all should have a friendship like theirs (minus the backstabbing and betrayal)!

9. Roll with the punches.

Pushing Daisies - Life throws curve-balls at you (like not being able to touch the person you love) but in time you learn to overcome them, and hit them out of the park.

10. Hugging makes everything better.

Lost - AW HURLEY!!!! There is nothing like a good hug. We should really hug more often.

11. Life can be really hard.

One Tree Hill - Brooke Davis teaches us that life can hit us when we least expect it, and that it is okay to cry!

12. Trust your instincts.

Modern Family - Have faith in yourself. And trust what you know. Gloria does.

13. Make the most of what you have.

Orange is the New Black - Even though Taystee is in prison, she makes the most of it...by taking some of Chapman's hair...but still! You go girl.

14. You're not alone.

Glee - Yes, cheesy. But true. Life is meant to be experienced together. Look around at all the amazing people who make yours so special.

15. Don't be afraid to say you're sorry.

Homeland - You're only human, you make mistakes. Carrie can say she's sorry and so can we.

16. You're not always going to agree with everyone.

Sherlock - Sherlock certainly doesn't agree with everyone. But we can learn to listen to others and give them a chance.

17. Sometimes you just have to laugh.

Downton Abbey - Mary shows how laughter is very important to a healthy life, it keeps things light. Don't take everything so seriously.

18. It's all about attitude.

Bunheads - Michelle is right. Attitude is key, having a good attitude about everything can make a world of difference. Chin up!

19. You deserve to be treated like a princess.

Once Upon a Time - Snow and Charming are a real life fairy tale. It can happen. We all deserve that same love. Don't settle for less than what you deserve.

20. Family is everything.

Parenthood - The Braverman family braves it all. Together. The way it should be. There's nothing like family.