TV- Reality or Fantasy?

Question:

I understand, that you do not own a television set. But how do you know what's going on in the world, without a TV in the house?
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Answer:

I would say, that TV cuts you off from reality. Whatever you are watching, whether it's the news or entertainment, you are missing out, on what's going on in the real world.

The news is a distortion, of what's going on other people's lives; and the entertainment is a distraction, from what's going on in your life. "Reality TV", is an oxymoron.

The TV news, is simply reporting the facts - right? Wrong.
It is only reporting the facts, that are visually captivating, will maintain the ratings, conform to the prejudices of the station owners; and fit in to neat little segments - as if there has never been a story too complicated, to report in three minutes.

At least on the internet, I can choose what I want to see, rather than someone else doing that for me.
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But it's not only the news that distances us from reality. Just as TV news replaces the facts, with a contrived opinion; TV entertainment replaces real human interaction, with somebody else's fantasies.

Those who spend their hours following soap operas, are missing out on the days of the lives, of their own family and friends. Sitcom-junkies, are oblivious to the hilarity of everyday living. And the fans glued to reality TV, are blind to the reality happening in their own home.

Could it be, that TV is a major cause of the relationships crisis we face today?
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Apart from the time wasted in front of the box, there is a deeper effect, the media is having on our generation of TV addicts.

So many people are complaining, that they can't find somebody to love. How often do we hear, "I just can't find the right person", "I don't find anyone attractive enough".

Well, to a couch potato, it's no wonder no one is good enough. Who can compete, with the beautiful, funny, interesting and witty characters, that strut the screens, and fill their minds every night?

How many people do you know, who fit TV's narrow definition of what is considered attractive? Of course, no one matches up - look who they're up against.

I feel more in touch with reality, without a TV.
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You may not be ready to throw yours out the window, but at least ensure, that it is you that controls the television, and not the reverse. Make sure you do not replace real relationships, in favor of imaginary friends.

Remember: life was not meant to be lived, only during commercial breaks.