Detroit Lions fans need a comfort movie (or TV show) to watch after the loss to San Francisco. Seventeen point lead going into the second half – thirty minutes from our first Super Bowl and then it happens.
Did you sleep? Or watch a show?
We went to our friends house (thank you Roger and Cyndi) to watch the game. I remember Roger saying “I feel emotionally exhausted” as he thanked us for coming over. My wife and I didn’t talk much on the ride home – just stared straight ahead the road home.
I remember getting home and we both went to bed…quietly. Told her I love her and hopped into bed and on my phone to see Dan Campbell’s post game comments. Which lead to clips of shows and drops that make me feel good…for example:
Ted Lasso – Be a Goldfish
If you’ve never watched Ted Lasso, I’d highly recommend giving it a chance. You’ll find a deeper message in the show – and I’ve leaned on it for comfort and/or motivation. One of my favorite scenes is Ted’s advice to Sam in the shows first season about being a goldfish (something Lions fans should embrace after this game):
Friday Night Lights – Being Perfect
I remember reading the book “Friday Night Lights” and thinking to myself what an amazing movie this will make. I was right. But for Lions fans this week I’d refer you the halftime speech by Billy Bob Thorton – what an incredible reminder about the important things in life. The love Detroit Lions fans felt for this team (and each other) was palpable as they moved forward in the season. I found myself watching this clip Monday night to remind me about team and what matters.
So there’s a couple of clips I watched – what about entire movies or TV shows when you just need to decompress this week? Because let’s be honest: Detroit Lions fans need a comfort movie.
Here’s what I watch (in no particular order)
