Watch this when
Steven Universe (incl. Steven Universe Future)
When you've spent your whole life fixing everyone else's problems and then everything's finally okay... except you 💎
Who it's for
The main series follows Steven learning about his mother Rose Quartz's legacy and repairing relationships she left broken, which is an accessible metaphor for children who carry a parent's unfinished business.
Feelings it meets
What it is
Steven Universe, created by Rebecca Sugar for Cartoon Network (2013–2019), follows Steven, a half-human, half-Gem boy who lives with the Crystal Gems (Garnet, Amethyst and Pearl), protects Earth with them and learns about his powers and his late mother, Rose Quartz, who he eventually discovers was Pink Diamond.
Where to find it
Cartoon Network original. Streaming availability rotates; check JustWatch.
Before you start
Heads up: Emotional abuse and trauma.
Age: TV-PG (suggested 9+; Future 12+)
Your friend is your needs answered.Kahlil Gibran, The Prophet, “On Friendship”
