You only like Supernatural 'cause the cast are hot
I get this so often, it's actually friggin' ridiculous. Firstly, thank you for acknowledging the sexiness of our cast - you are correct in saying that absolutely everybody is simply gorgeous. But secondly, and more importantly, a hot cast is so not what this show is about. And whilst some people probably do watch it for the cast, that's not why I watch it. Not at all. For me, it's the characters.
Sam Winchester:
Sam Winchester taught me that it's kinda normal to feel like a freak. He showed me that, with the right people surrounding you, it's possible to overcome an addiction, no matter how big. And I related to him through that. He told me that I don't have to be exactly how my parents want me to be, and that thinking for myself is a good thing. He taught me to always find good in myself, no matter how much of an awful person I think I am, because every person has some good in them, and nobody was born evil.
Dean Winchester:
Dean Winchester taught me that I can chose my own destiny. I've learned that following orders is necessary sometimes, but that it's important to know when to draw the line. He inspires me to be a better sibling; to look out more for my family, to protect them. He showed me that it's possible to stay strong through every situation; to overcome loss, pain, and to support family through difficult situations. That giving up is the last thing to do, no matter how much you might want to do it, because there's always something to live for.
Castiel:
Cas showed me that, despite what other people may say, having dreams and beliefs is a good thing. Having faith is inspiring. He taught me that things aren't always what you expect, but they can often be better. He taught me that, when fathers are disappointing, we should never stop loving them. That sometimes, you can think you're doing something good when it's actually really kinda bad. And that talking to people when you have problems is a much better idea than trying to fix them by yourself.
Bobby Singer:
Bobby taught me that if I can't live for myself, then I should live for other people. He taught me to stay strong, despite whatever difficulties that may spring up, because I might be missed more than I think. I learned from him that having a disability of any kind does not make you weak unless you allow it, and that, no matter what, you gotta keep soldiering on.
John Winchester:
John taught me that passion is beautiful, but it can also hurt a lot of people. He taught me that there is a defining line between need and obsession, and that it should be looked out for very carefully. Despite this, he also showed me that I should always make the best out of the circumstances that I'm in, and that doing your best really is all that you can do.
The Angels:
The angels taught me to be cautious. Things aren't always what they seem. Opinions don't stand as facts. These dudes are 'dicks with wings,' as Dean so eloquently put it. I'm pretty sure I was taught that they were awesome in primary school...
Ellen and Jo:
These women have showed me that girls can, in fact, be badass - being strong and independent is pretty awesome. Their relationship really hit home for me. I know that Kripke wasn't too into the narrative, but I honestly loved them, and Ash, too. I cried like a baby when they passed.
I could go on for a lot longer - ramble about way more characters and how they've helped me - but this is cheesy as hell and actually a little bit embarrassing. I can practicaly hear Dean chiding me about chick-flick moments. Bottom line, if I hadn't started watching this show when I did? I probably wouldn't even be alive right now, and no, that isn't an exaggeration. These guys; these make-believe people that Kripke (or whoever else) thought up of in their heads, have helped me... simply to soldier on. I honestly want nothing more than to be able to tell these guys how much I appreciate this show. Hopefully they know. I doubt I'll ever have the chance to tell them in person.
So yeah, that's why I like Supernatural. I like that it saved my life. I like that it no doubt saved other people's lives, too. And I like that, with each season of hysteric happiness and epic sad-feels, it continues to make my life better.
The fact that the actors are smokin'? Well, that's just a bonus.
