Before Breakfast How not to become a couch potato
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Apr 7, 2025 Discover how to cultivate intentional TV viewing habits to avoid mindless screen time. A practical rule can help you select shows and movies that enhance your enjoyment and create a more meaningful experience. Beyond entertainment, the discussion touches on embracing gratitude and simplified living, encouraging listeners to share their feedback and explore convenient options like household subscriptions and streamlined beauty routines.
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Intentional Viewing
- Avoid mindless screen time by deciding what to watch before turning on the TV.
- This promotes intentional viewing and reduces passive consumption.
Adam Grant's Rule
- Implement Adam Grant's rule: Don't turn on the TV unless you already know what you want to watch.
- This reduces mindless TV consumption and fosters intentionality.
Sports as an Event
- Laura Vanderkam enjoys watching live sports like Sixers basketball and specific football games with her family.
- This makes sports watching an intentional event rather than background noise.