‘Stranger Things’ delivers some profound lessons on the power of friendship and the courage to face the unknown.
That moment when they pull Wills body from the quarry would leave anyone hopeless.
But Mike straight-up refuses to believe it.
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Makes you wonder if your own friends would bike through demon-town to save you.
Dustin drops random science facts like a walking encyclopedia.
Lucas is the voice of reason nobody wants to hear (but totally needs to).
And Eleven redefines what it means to be different.
Their dynamic proves that the best friend groups are the ones where differences become superpowers.
Take that time Dustin found DArtagnan.
Instead of freaking out alone, the whole squad shows up, even though theyre all secretly losing it.
Thats the thing about fear its way less scary when youre scared together.
Forgive and Move Forward
The evolution of relationships throughoutStranger Thingsproves that true friendship can weather any storm.
He went from total jerk to everyones favorite babysitter/monster fighter.
Thats what happens when people actually give each other second chances.
Same with Max joining the party proof that friend groups can grow without falling apart.
Because honestly, holding grudges is exhausting.
Mike harbors Eleven in his basement despite the real danger to his family.
Look at Steve Harrington king of Hawkins High turned babysitter with a bat.
And Nancy ditched her perfect reputation to hunt down justice for Barb.
But the Hawkins kids are different.
The kids eventually trust Chief Hopper and Joyce with their discoveries.
Steve swallows his pride to team up with his former rivals.
Even the brilliant Bob steps up to help despite his fears.
The show transforms the simple act of asking for help into one of its most powerful demonstrations of courage.
The friendship between Steve and Dustin blossoms from unlikely allies to genuine family.
Nancy and Jonathans relationship develops through shared trauma and determination.
Even Billys redemption arc shows how people can grow through adversity.
Believe in Each Other
The power of belief runs through every episode like electricity through Christmas lights.
When Will is trapped in the Upside Down, his friends unwavering faith helps guide him home.
The partys constant support helps Eleven see herself as more than just a weapon.
Even Maxs letter to Billy shows the healing power of believing in someones capacity for good.
