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Adam Gerace, Senior Lecturer and Head of Course - Positive Psychology, CQUniversity Australia

Saying goodbye is never easy: why we mourn the end of our favourite TV series

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Has the ending of Squid Game left you feeling downhearted? The South Korean megahit struck a nerve with audiences worldwide, with millions logging in to Netflix to follow protagonist Seong Gi-hun and fellow players in their fight for survival over three deadly seasons.

But even if you haven’t seen Squid Game, you’ve probably experienced the sense of loss that comes with the ending of much-loved series. These feelings are very normal, as finales can be deeply meaningful to viewers.

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