A discussion elsewhere helped me pinpoint exactly what I didn't like about DIS S1. It was the torture porn and the extremely contrived psychology around it. Even the shroom drive was fine compared to that. In the end I even somewhat appreciated parts of the shroom arc.
S02 and onward were fine. Still though, SNW is soo much better. Nice and comfy trekky stuff. Less angst, more Starfleet family and space papa.