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He means more to me than I thought.

I was raised in an abusive home, and Star Trek TNG was one of my few escapes. I remember wanting to be like Captain Picard when I grew up. Confident, kind, direct, capable, and loving.

I don't know if I'm there yet. But I'm trying.

I already miss you. So very much.

Would you mind sharing what he meant/means to you? I think reading your words will help.

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[-] TeaEarlGreyHot@lemmy.world 12 points 11 hours ago

Patrick Stuart as Picard gave me some of my favourite moments in all of media. This out of place, British/French/Space man, speaking softly and at length about morality and the human experience. Showing us that diplomacy is about conversation, rather than yelling, posturing and finger pointing. He still continues to give me hope that Humanity can eventually surpass the greed, hate and fear that hold us all down. Hopefully, we can see a glimpse of it in our lifetime.

If you haven't, give Star Trek, especially TNG a go. It's messages are still relevant today... Just don't start with season 1. "Measure of a Man" was what made me fall in love with Star Trek and Picard as a character. In fact, I'm going to watch it right now.

this post was submitted on 29 Oct 2026
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