Binging a space show sparked my interest in telescopes

I just finished watching this amazing series about astronauts. It was so gripping that I watched it all in one weekend. Now I've started learning about planets and stars. I even bought a small telescope to check out the moon. It's crazy how a TV show can open up a whole new hobby.

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reese_patel6mo ago

Classic move from couch astronaut to actual stargazer. Ngl, I did the same thing after watching a documentary and now my wallet hates me. Those beginner telescopes are a gateway drug to wanting a giant one that costs as much as a car. Honestly, it's a slippery slope from Netflix to bankrupting yourself on space gear. But hey, at least you're looking up instead of just zoning out.

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violafox6mo ago

Space stuff really does make your own problems feel smaller, right? Who needs therapy when you've got the whole cosmos up there?

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shanesullivan6mo ago

Ever think stargazing was just for rich folks with too much time? I used to, but after seeing @violafox talk about how space makes our worries feel small, I changed my mind. Now I get why people spend on telescopes, because that shift in view is worth more than cash.

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