The loss of TV time is a big deal to the seven year old because I limit television viewing anyway. We don't have cable or satellite, but make use of Netflix and Amazon Prime. I'm very particular about the shows I allow in our home. I know how easy the influences of many of the things on TV can seep into the young (or not so young) minds and distort thinking. I also believe that excessive television viewing rewires the brain, causing trouble focusing and even learning.
However, I don't think all TV is bad. I'm just careful and selective.
What I have discovered is that my daughters tend to not get bored. They will read, paint, go outside, and find all sorts of ways to keep themselves entertained. It is amazing how much they learn and grow when they aren't participating in passive entertainment.
I have discovered recently that, while there are a couple shows on Netflix or Amazon that we enjoy that are new, most are not good. Not only are they full of things I don't want my children or even myself subjected to, such as bad language or sexual situations, they are really just poorly written and distasteful. Many are predictable, with the same themes. I've developed a disgust for shows that trash Christians or show them as crazy fundamentalists that breed hatred. It simply isn't truth, and it distorts the public view of Christianity and encourages persecution of those that love and serve Jesus.
In a few days my daughter will get her privileges back. But I'm totally enjoying the break from the constant noise.
No comments:
Post a Comment