tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1296769989261398998.post4735475300227248292..comments2023-10-08T06:26:22.121-07:00Comments on Liquid Mind, Sanguine Soul: Please Don't Hate MeCiCihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02466038341689494316noreply@blogger.comBlogger32125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1296769989261398998.post-5729024838375556122012-03-19T13:41:46.641-07:002012-03-19T13:41:46.641-07:00I think it is wonderful that you don't watch T...I think it is wonderful that you don't watch TV. I'm not sure I could have the strength to stop watching TV but I have taken my watching of television to less each year and I would watch less if it weren't for my DVR so I can FF through all the crap.Debby@Just Breathehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11685398064340027809noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1296769989261398998.post-52301768262275082862012-03-18T07:20:56.348-07:002012-03-18T07:20:56.348-07:00My dad always called it "the boob tube."...My dad always called it "the boob tube." :)<br /><br />Comfortably numb over here...hahaMrs4444https://www.blogger.com/profile/06426176094895489541noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1296769989261398998.post-69788284160437596432012-03-13T11:49:17.435-07:002012-03-13T11:49:17.435-07:00Had to comment here. You are not alone. lol
W...Had to comment here. You are not alone. lol<br /><br /> We didn't have tv for years...imagine--we talked to each other, read books, and played board games and cards. Then I had a boss who got me a television set for Xmas one year. I looked at her and said UH--we don't watch TV. She said --I know! now you can! LOL People(mostly) do not get it.<br /><br /> Then we had it awhile, got rid of it, and didn't have it again for 7 years. Now we have it again for about a year. It's a complete waste of space, IMHO.<br /><br /> I have a friend who calls the idiot box a "Face Magnet" because people cannot walk in a room with one without becoming magnetized to it. lolAkanniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00513632434353119491noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1296769989261398998.post-3705440033173855062012-03-11T21:32:33.699-07:002012-03-11T21:32:33.699-07:00Good for you. I do watch TV.. I'd miss a few o...Good for you. I do watch TV.. I'd miss a few of my sitcoms if I opted to stop watching and I know Frank would go nuts without his sports. I know a few folks who have their TV on 24/7 and that just makes me nuts. I have to admit though, that I'm more inclined to be at my computer like some are at their TV. Different screen.. same habit. ;)Hilaryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12787493532006658679noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1296769989261398998.post-80252320420243077642012-03-10T09:35:59.135-08:002012-03-10T09:35:59.135-08:00and thanks for the mention...smiles...
it is diff...and thanks for the mention...smiles...<br /><br />it is difficult that way...and they come home with some interesting notions...<br /><br />happy saturday!Brian Millerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00722940075884718007noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1296769989261398998.post-22787555975080071462012-03-09T07:10:53.295-08:002012-03-09T07:10:53.295-08:00People become used to things like the lobster in t...People become used to things like the lobster in the boiling water. <br />I was like that once. I didn't like it. There are so few people I can talk with about my TV-free life. So glad to know you think the same.CiCihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02466038341689494316noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1296769989261398998.post-77524203097645546432012-03-09T07:08:29.133-08:002012-03-09T07:08:29.133-08:00Most people I know live just as you describe. When...Most people I know live just as you describe. When I was watching TV I felt my mind becoming sort of numb, dull, and I was addicted to watching certain shows. What usually happens when I talk with people about my TV-free life, they become defensive and I am not in any way putting them there. I know what is good for me and sometimes like to talk about it. Al Jazera is on my computer sometimes as well as reading BBC news online and a few others.CiCihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02466038341689494316noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1296769989261398998.post-60028519859604967572012-03-09T07:03:24.403-08:002012-03-09T07:03:24.403-08:00I know without a doubt that letting go of the TV w...I know without a doubt that letting go of the TV was a start of my inner freedom and growth. My mind has been filled with amazing things and no distractions or underlying brain washing. That is how I felt and when I brought that to my consciousness, my survival mode kicked in and I in turned kicked the TV out of my life. Like I say in this post, it works for me, and it is one of the ten best things in my life.CiCihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02466038341689494316noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1296769989261398998.post-78770282444784330062012-03-09T06:36:52.343-08:002012-03-09T06:36:52.343-08:00OH, don't get me started... I haven't had ...OH, don't get me started... I haven't had TV practically my whole adult life. I just recently bought my first very own TV and still have no stations, just Netflix. But it's watched so rarely, I even considered canceling it. Before TV, people had to have talents useful in social gatherings, otherwise they were shunned. TV is boring because it's so passive and just drones on and on about way too much nonsense. I don't know how people can stand that kind of noise in their homes...Stickup Artisthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00028394186285973772noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1296769989261398998.post-57107470570221948482012-03-09T02:01:16.621-08:002012-03-09T02:01:16.621-08:00We have the TV on a lot - usually on a news channe...We have the TV on a lot - usually on a news channel. There are a lot of news channels out there and we watch most of them at one time or another. Anything from Fox to Al Jazera. Gives a good broad choice of views on things!<br /><br />There are certain things we watch, but often it is just there while we do other things like read, study, paint toy soldiers etc.Rock Chefhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11259561583833857901noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1296769989261398998.post-34761737842949512432012-03-08T18:34:48.387-08:002012-03-08T18:34:48.387-08:00We have 3 televisions in our house. I don't wa...We have 3 televisions in our house. I don't watch much. They are on constantly, but they are background noise for me. I'm not in the know on any of the latest shows.<br /><br />Recently the television in the living room bit the dust. For several days, there was a t.v. free atmosphere on the main level of the house. I loved it. I could work in the kitchen and listen to music without hearing the blare of the television over my music. I was actually disappointed when my husband insisted on replacing it. I think I could live quite easily without it. I admire you for actually doing it.terrihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12510457113017189354noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1296769989261398998.post-26721610435089048742012-03-08T14:48:44.896-08:002012-03-08T14:48:44.896-08:00Hi Pauline, it was such a relief when I did not ha...Hi Pauline, it was such a relief when I did not have any way to even turn the TV on to channels, it was only used for DVD viewing. And now it is not even here for that. My music is on occasionally and most of the time it is peaceful and quiet here. You definitely are not the only one!CiCihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02466038341689494316noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1296769989261398998.post-55836224562932872012-03-08T14:46:25.034-08:002012-03-08T14:46:25.034-08:00Hi Jeni, I like to hear all sides of the subject a...Hi Jeni, I like to hear all sides of the subject as you know. So thank you for the great comment. <br />Most of my friends have the TV going for the same reasons you do, and it works for them. And thanks for not hating me! Hugs.CiCihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02466038341689494316noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1296769989261398998.post-91259612472749399442012-03-08T14:44:19.795-08:002012-03-08T14:44:19.795-08:00Hi Bill, thanks for adding to the discussion. Yes,...Hi Bill, thanks for adding to the discussion. Yes, streaming is easy and lots of choices.CiCihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02466038341689494316noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1296769989261398998.post-9470102152393907172012-03-08T14:43:18.829-08:002012-03-08T14:43:18.829-08:00Kindred spirit, yay. It sure helps to not feel lik...Kindred spirit, yay. It sure helps to not feel like an odd ball. <br /><br />I used to watch movies on DVDs on the TV but have decided that I don't mind watching them on my computer monitor. Plenty large enough screen to sit on the couch in front of the screen in this tiny house and enjoy a movie on Netflix.<br /><br />Thanks for your comment contribution.CiCihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02466038341689494316noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1296769989261398998.post-51409586589838605702012-03-08T13:40:23.059-08:002012-03-08T13:40:23.059-08:00I'm so glad I read this post. I'm just on...I'm so glad I read this post. I'm just one step behind you and soon to take the leap to no TV at all. The only time my TV is turned on is when my grand-daughter is here and wants to watch Master Chef. We watch it and then play "real live" Master Chef in the kitchen. I prefer to have music as background noise, read the news on line and in newspapers. And sitting quietly with a book I find a much better preparation for bed time. Next time someone expresses horror at my non-TV watching I can now safely say I'm not the only one!Paulinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15276284964859313257noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1296769989261398998.post-63330603539439260772012-03-08T12:20:02.572-08:002012-03-08T12:20:02.572-08:00Okay -I guess I am a TV addict here! If I am in th...Okay -I guess I am a TV addict here! If I am in the house, regardless of the time of day (or nite), odds are I will have a TV set going -either the one in the living room or, if I've gone to bed, the one in my bedroom is on. It is quite normal for me to "tell time" by what program is on TV. Sometimes, it is pretty much the only communication (of sorts) I might have in a day that is of an adult variety. I love certain programs -mainly "Big Bang Theory" and the 48-Hr Mystery program as well as reruns of Law and Order. Yes, I watch other things besides them and do rely on the TV for the news broadcasts for the semi-local area. (Our Newspaper is NOT a good provider of news, for sure!) As to bias in the News Media, the only network I've ever thought to be biased in their reporting is Fox, which often totally distorts things! MSNBC is mainly liberal yes, but even so, knowing that in advance, one has to recognize those factors in the first place. Put our own bias into the spin as it were, ya know. <br />And no, I sure don't or wouldn't hate you or anyone who turns their back on TV -more power to 'em! But for me, I'd miss the entertainment very, very much!Jenihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16425701332785470116noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1296769989261398998.post-7956721042704008642012-03-08T11:07:11.500-08:002012-03-08T11:07:11.500-08:00CiCi, I am sure I could do without it, not so sure...CiCi, I am sure I could do without it, not so sure about Hubby, all he watches is Sports. Tank you for the post about my book I sent you. that was very nice, I am glad you are enjoying it. take care.Cindy https://www.blogger.com/profile/03552572705763406197noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1296769989261398998.post-71380618053641759472012-03-08T10:46:21.192-08:002012-03-08T10:46:21.192-08:00very good point and it is the reason we dropped ca...very good point and it is the reason we dropped cable when the kids were growing up. We still had plenty of stations so it was not a complete no TV in the house. Actually have cable now. I think DVDs are great and now the streaming services are the latest trend. So you are trend setter. There is always going to be garbage offered. We don't need to take it. Stop and think, read, explore - much better options.Bill Lislemanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15187273560129198423noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1296769989261398998.post-66435758300638120692012-03-08T09:03:49.368-08:002012-03-08T09:03:49.368-08:00Not only do I NOT hate you, I think I've found...Not only do I NOT hate you, I think I've found a kindred spirit!<br /><br />I get it. We do have a TV, though. For watching movies. We've never had cable or a dish. It really bothers me that "Dancing with the Stars", "American Idol", etc. make news headlines. What?! <br /><br />I'm not ready to chuck the TV, though, because I really do like and appreciate good movies. My husband and I usually watch one a week together. The rest of the time, it's a dark rectangle in the corner. I think that's the main reason our kids never got sucked in either.Abbyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05853360875281742784noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1296769989261398998.post-122423122139487522012-03-08T08:19:36.197-08:002012-03-08T08:19:36.197-08:00What a great expression, Ina. Allowing the mind to...What a great expression, Ina. Allowing the mind to SOAR. Wow, that is exactly what I wanted to say in this post. Thanks for these words.CiCihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02466038341689494316noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1296769989261398998.post-28650450555458585072012-03-08T08:18:39.564-08:002012-03-08T08:18:39.564-08:00It would be difficult I suppose to have children w...It would be difficult I suppose to have children who have friends with TVs. You have no control over what they watch when they are at their friend's house, but for me, it would not be about that as much as the amount of family time lost watching the boob tube.CiCihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02466038341689494316noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1296769989261398998.post-25292791966054784772012-03-08T08:12:30.079-08:002012-03-08T08:12:30.079-08:00I do a bit of everything: TV, read, get out and a...I do a bit of everything: TV, read, get out and about. Much of today's TV is garbage but I do enjoy Amazing Race and Survivor. However I accept whatever floats your/anyone's boat. Its a free country. But I do agree with you, books and printed media are much more in-depth, commercial free and allow the mind to soar.Ina in Alaskahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07163454431322742148noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1296769989261398998.post-85307267707137729402012-03-08T08:08:08.500-08:002012-03-08T08:08:08.500-08:00there were many a year we did not have tv...it was...there were many a year we did not have tv...it was only about 18 months ago we got one again...and i am about ready to get rid of it again...we watch more movies than anything when we want something...and honestly it is mostly background noise as we play games...we watch what we let the boys watch to make sure it is good, but dont let them watch all the time...Brian Millerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00722940075884718007noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1296769989261398998.post-19263807594987168502012-03-08T07:33:20.124-08:002012-03-08T07:33:20.124-08:00The food of the mind can be many things. Participa...The food of the mind can be many things. Participating in something joyful fills my love tank as well as my mind. I am so glad for you that you find things that work for you, as I do. It does not matter what anyone else thinks, whether someone looking on sees chocolate and chips or not. Good for you.CiCihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02466038341689494316noreply@blogger.com