Television will have a non-existent role in my life.
I have been realizing just how evil television is and what a waste of time! A couple of weeks ago, once the seasons of my two shows (Chuck and The Office) were over, I decided to take an temporary break from watching television and it’s been great! I don’t know if I’ll go back.
I know many will see this decision as a legalistic one. Others may consider my actions as judgment of their own lives. However, my decision was born inside myself from a personal desire to live a great life; one that is more active, one that is characterized by emotional growth, physical development, and mental stimulation. I don’t see investing time in television as a step closer to my goals.
A friend invited me over for supper (dinner) a few days ago. It was a momentous event for two reasons: 1. I hadn’t been over in quite some time; 2. she doesn’t like to cook, even though what she makes is always good. The television was on when I arrived. It was some “telenovela” with a couple actors I recognized. The couple hours I was there, the novela took precedence over our conversation. I decided to be amused rather than offended. It’s entertaining - and, yes, sad - to see a grown adult who can’t keep focus away from the signal projected on a box.
I have been realizing just how evil television is and what a waste of time! A couple of weeks ago, once the seasons of my two shows (Chuck and The Office) were over, I decided to take an temporary break from watching television and it’s been great! I don’t know if I’ll go back.
I know many will see this decision as a legalistic one. Others may consider my actions as judgment of their own lives. However, my decision was born inside myself from a personal desire to live a great life; one that is more active, one that is characterized by emotional growth, physical development, and mental stimulation. I don’t see investing time in television as a step closer to my goals.
A friend invited me over for supper (dinner) a few days ago. It was a momentous event for two reasons: 1. I hadn’t been over in quite some time; 2. she doesn’t like to cook, even though what she makes is always good. The television was on when I arrived. It was some “telenovela” with a couple actors I recognized. The couple hours I was there, the novela took precedence over our conversation. I decided to be amused rather than offended. It’s entertaining - and, yes, sad - to see a grown adult who can’t keep focus away from the signal projected on a box.
I wonder what the reaction would have been if I'd pulled out my book to read?
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