Finals are slowly creeping up on us college students, whether we are ready to face them or not. But if you’re like me and need the anticipation of a deadline to produce your best work, then I have a solution for you: Simple, effortless, and fun reality TV. When watching, you become so invested in the people you are watching that you forget about your own troubles. So, whether you’re looking for new ways to procrastinate, searching for de-stressing techniques, or you’re just a legend with free time because you completed your work early, here are five reality TV shows that you must add to your watch list this finals season.
1. Love Island UK (available on Hulu)
Relationship drama, hot people, and British accents all wrapped into one show. It’s a must-see. Not to mention, all of the pool lounging done in the show will definitely get you in the summer mood.
2. Great British Baking Show (available on Netflix)
If you’re like me and grew up with the Food Network on constantly, this one is for you. There are delicious desserts, tough judges, and guest celebrity bakers galore. Just watch or get inspired to bake banana bread instead of working on your assignment. I know I’ve done it.
3. Temptation Island (available on Peacock)
Be prepared for emotional damage! The only thing you will be asking yourself as you watch this show is “Why would people do this?” All of your worries about classes, impending exams, and projects will melt away. The absolute chaos will have you struggling to look away.
4. Jersey Shore (available on Hulu)
Take a trip down memory lane and revisit some of the most famous reality TV stars like Snookie, Pauly D, and Vinny. After watching, the cast will feel like family, you’ll have your very own Jersey accent, and you’ll be ready to single-handedly revive cheetah print. If you can do all that, then you can definitely pass your finals.
5. America’s Next Top Model (available on Hulu)
Tyra Banks. Point blank, period. She is the reason why you must watch the show. Witness Tyra in her element, bringing the best out of aspiring models. Watch and contemplate how certain segments of the show ever aired on TV. These models are out there fighting for their dreams, so it’s time for you to get out there too.
Some shows that did not make this list but deserve an honorable are Below Deck (available on Peacock), Too Hot to Handle (available on Netflix), and 90 Day Fiance (available on Discovery+). Reality TV helps you to take a break from thinking, which is why I love it. So, if someone calls it trash, then they just don’t understand its appeal. Budget your time, procrastinate powerfully, and finish the semester off strong, hotties.
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