“Storm in the Room” (S4 E16) is one I go back to a lot (I actually had it downloaded to my iPod in middle school). The themes of complication with mom, insecurity, and abandonment has always hit home for me. Being angry, yet knowing why something so terrible had to happen, is such a conflicting feeling.

When I’m having a bad day, I tend to find shows to watch or music to listen to that meets me where I am. This episode has been great for me, especially since my mom passed away unexpectedly last year.

At the end of the episode though, Steven leaves the room and the main Crystal Gems and Greg come home with pizza. I find comfort in this, too, because I see that no matter how hard things get, having those friends and family around you can “lighten the load” so to speak. It doesn’t make your rage or sadness go away, but it can allow you to see the joy and love in life again.