I’ve also heard it described as competence porn. Sure, characters / species are flawed and mistakes are made, but it’s often with a purpose and meaning. And you often see individuals working together, checking in with each other, apologies, acknowledgement / recognition of impact and good deeds and other ways of life (especially when other characters aren’t believed or understood at first), respect , tolerance, parenting, working towards personal growth, reflection, social justice. Complex issues handled with care and compassion. The pace of the shows always seemed determined by the clarity- no rushing. Usually there’s a resolution, or acknowledging the lack of one (that may be satisfying).
I haven’t seen a lot of the new Trek but the older stuff did all this quite well. Combined with soothing ambient space ship noise and decent midi music…. So good for mental health.
Same.
I’ve also heard it described as competence porn. Sure, characters / species are flawed and mistakes are made, but it’s often with a purpose and meaning. And you often see individuals working together, checking in with each other, apologies, acknowledgement / recognition of impact and good deeds and other ways of life (especially when other characters aren’t believed or understood at first), respect , tolerance, parenting, working towards personal growth, reflection, social justice. Complex issues handled with care and compassion. The pace of the shows always seemed determined by the clarity- no rushing. Usually there’s a resolution, or acknowledging the lack of one (that may be satisfying).
I haven’t seen a lot of the new Trek but the older stuff did all this quite well. Combined with soothing ambient space ship noise and decent midi music…. So good for mental health.