Normal People Turns 4! 5 Key Lessons Learned From The Series On Relationships And Self-Analysis

‘Normal People’ is an extraordinary take on the lives of two ordinary people just living their lives and falling in and out of love. In 2018, Sally Rooney won our hearts with her novel of the same title that was nominated for the Booker Prize. Soon, the series adaptation was also announced, and released during the unfortunate pandemic era, on April 26, 2020.

When touching one another was pure horror, ‘Normal People’ presented one of the most sexually oriented stories; however, it is more than that. Keep reading to learn some of the biggest lessons learnt from the series. Disclaimer: possible spoilers ahead!

Embrace Those You Love

We often care about the fragility of our reputation and how our relationships may impact it. ‘Normal People’ sheds light on how this image consciousness and the itch to appear ‘Normal’ can shatter your precious bonds, just as Connell and Marianne veiling their relationship (Bollywood Movies About Live-In Relationships) backlashed.

Always Be Yourself

While Marianne always chose to be her authentic self, Conell was affected by others' opinions of him. His constant focus on appearing ‘Normal’ bereft him of the privileges of being extraordinarily himself. Despite being bullied in school, Marianne held her ground and gained popularity in college while Connell continued to struggle with identity issues.

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Seek Professional Help When Needed

Sometimes when you hit rock bottom, a sliver of light is all you need to revive. ‘Normal People’ highlights this message through Connell’s escalating mental breakdown. In a world where men seeking help are considered weak, he chose to take that hand and rescue himself.

Don’t Take Them For Granted

Despite reuniting in college and dating vigorously, Connell could not commit to Marianne. Aware of how she would do possibly anything for him selflessly, Connell fixated on seeing other people instead of holding on to her. This part of the web series highlights the troubled psyche of an individual who ruled by his fear, would lose something precious over seeking trivial things.

Choosing Yourself Over Others

The last episode of ‘Normal People’ highlights the importance of choosing your individual path despite a romantic association. After Connel gets accepted for a writing programme in New York, Marianne asks him to follow his dreams alone despite him being deeply dependent on her.

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