Poorna Bell found watching The Handmaid’s Tale only served to increase her anxiety. But happily, there are other shows that have the opposite effect, such as Gilmore Girls.

Poorna Bell found watching The Handmaidu2019s Tale only served to increase her anxiety. But happily, there are other shows that have the opposite effect, such as Gilmore Girls.

Poorna Bell on TV shows that help with anxiety

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I’ve found that the right kind of TV helps my anxiety in two ways: it’s a distraction, and it creates a warm, fuzzy feeling of safety

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Poorna Bell found watching The Handmaid’s Tale only served to increase her anxiety. But happily, there are other shows that have the opposite effect...

“Watching TV can soothe my anxiety – just don’t make me watch The Handmaid’s Tale”