That’s right!
Turn it off, throw it out your window, smash it with a hammer, set it on fire, just get rid of it!
Your television may be one of the biggest time wasters in your life, and your life is far too valuable to waste watching silly, inane programs that bring little or no value into your life and keep you from getting work done, or playing with your kids, or getting exercise, or doing other productive things.
While there are some very worthwhile programs that are presented on TV such as award winning educational shows, shows about history and science and even some programs that are light-hearted and entertaining enough to leave us feeling uplifted, there are many, many shows that are just a waste of time. That’s time that you could spend working on building your home based Internet business, or doing other things that are fulfilling and important.
I want you to really think about the amount of time you spend each day and each week watching TV. Usually when someone watches television, they aren’t doing much else. It’s too distracting to work on business.
TV also does not count as quality time with family and friends. Sitting in front of the TV, eyes fixed on the screen, energy focused on the show that you’re watching doesn’t allow for anything that could rightly be described as quality time. Instead, you could be outside playing a game with your children, or learning a new hobby with a friend, or going for a jog together (spending time together and getting in shape!).
Did you know that TV takes some vital things away from you besides time for working on your home business and spending quality time with family and friends?
It takes away time that you could be spending on healthy things like going to the gym or going for a bike ride (fresh air and sunshine!). Some people find that sitting in front of the television contributes to weight gain (less exercise and more temptation to snack while watching). Talk about wallowing in a life void of success!
Did you know?
Television watching has been found to affect your brain. Studies have shown that TV watching leads your higher brain centers to shut down. These are the areas that involve critical thinking. Other studies have shown that reading and listening to music stimulates your brain because doing these things actually forces your brain to use it’s creativity to visualize what’s going on, so they are better activities.
Here are some hints that can help you watch less TV, leaving you more time (and brain power) for other interests and for your business:
- See if you can go without television for a whole week. This will help you reframe your thinking about the importance of TV watching.
- Make a list of the shows that are important to you and that you especially like. List them in order of priority.
- Create a TV watching schedule that allows you to watch TV for a maximum of one hour per day.
- Find other things to do – start an exercise program, play games with your kids, start a new hobby, go on a date, work on your MLM marketing plan, write articles, work on your MLM social networking – you get the idea.
You really don’t have to get rid of your TV. But do put it in it’s place. Part of being successful in MLM and life is getting your priorities straight.
TV isn’t a priority.
CALL TO ACTION:
What have you done to grow your home based Internet business?
How many hours do you watch television?
How do you plan on cutting down those television watching hours?
If you can answer those questions and please use the comment section at the bottom to leave you comment about growing your home based Internet business.
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Hey Tommy
I could not agree more.
I rarely turn the TV on just to flip through channels. Since I have satellite with a box that records, I record my favourite shows to watch later.
So when it is time to relax and unwind I will watch.
I think the danger is when people have the tv on just to have it on, then it becomes a real time waster.
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Tommy DiPietro Reply:
July 29th, 2010 at 11:02 pm
Peter,
I really think TV is a waste of time but I do have it. Since
I started taking my business seriously, I really made a ton
of changes. I do DVR everything and will watch my shows
when I have time.
I hear ya, I will watch them when it is time to relax and
unwind.
Thanks for stopping by.
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Hey Tommy, this is excellent. I love it when people call it like it is.
My wife and I haven’t had TV for almost 3 years now and it is great. There is one show we can pick up on the local stations that we enjoy, and other than that the only time we use the sill thing is to what our Redbox or Netflix movies maybe once a week.
It has freed up SOOOO much time not having that silly thing.
Be careful though, just because you get rid of that doesn’t mean you can’t waste time. You might just fill it with Facebook or Twitter. When we first got rid of the TV, that’s exactly what happened.
So get rid of the TV and find something productive to do with your time.
Michael Novak´s last blog ..The Best Industry to Learn Leadership
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Tommy DiPietro Reply:
July 29th, 2010 at 11:05 pm
Michael,
I wasted plenty of time up until very recently when I revamped
my whole schedule. I decide to make LESS time for my business,
this way there is NO TIME to waste. So far, so good!
I think that my DVR and Netflix has helped me save so much time. I
have to have a TV, my two kids enjoy it but we limit their use.
My wind down time at night is used to watch our shows and without
the commercials. I also take a night off during the week to hang with
my wife and watch some TV.
As long as you are using your time wisely.
Thanks for stopping by and commenting!!
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Tommy, you are right on. I get really tired of people saying that they can’t find the time to start their own busines, because they work a full-time job, yet they can give you every stat on every TV character that is on for that week.
As an entrepreneur you have to decide which one is more important… what’s on Dancing with the Stars or the chance to make your dreams come true. You can’t have both. There are only so many hours in a day.
-Joshua Black
The Underdog Millionaire
Joshua Black | The Underdog Millionaire´s last blog ..The Birthday Roundup-Other Blogs I REALLY Like
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Tommy DiPietro Reply:
July 29th, 2010 at 11:09 pm
Joshua,
People wonder where I get my time from. I tell them I use my time wisely.
It is crazy how even working full time, I still put in a couple of hours into
my business.
I do watch TV but use a DVR and Netflix which cuts my TV time down to more
than half.
Plus I get some great content ideas from some of these shows.
Have a great day!!
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Hi Tommy,
Spot on post, thanks for sharing
I got rid of TV 5 years ago. I do have a television but no antennae or cable connection, just a handful of DVDs which I watch every few weeks. When at a friend’s house I may catch a show. On average I watch 1-2 hours of TV per week.
In its place I meditate, write articles and blog posts, shoot videos and spend my time on fine blogs like yours, networking with successful bloggers.
TV is generally a mental wasteland. It’s geared toward escapism, which is why reality TV is so popular. Cut the mental junkfood out and see how much better you feel.
Ryan Biddulph
Ryan Biddulph´s last blog ..Personal Development – Are You Improving Every Day?
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Tommy DiPietro Reply:
July 29th, 2010 at 11:11 pm
HAHA, great points Ryan.
TV is a wasteland. I do get some great ideas from some of
these really bad shows.
Replacing it with all positive energy is a must.
Have a great day!
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Hi Tommy,
Really agree with your article. I’ve cut down on my tv viewing dramatically over the last few months. I’ve realised what a time waster it is.
It has freed up so much time that could be spent with my child, working or simply getting the house chores done at the end of each evening.
We have a Sky Plus box which does help, there are several programs that I might watch on a Friday night but that’s about it.
I rarely have my tv on during the day too, I’ve seen how my baby becomes a zombie staring at the screen
Keep the good posts coming!
Vanessa
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Tommy DiPietro Reply:
July 29th, 2010 at 11:12 pm
Hey Vanessa,
Great points you make. I also cut my TV down ALOT. I still can’t help watching
some of my shows but on DVR.
It is good that you try not to watch TV at all especially during the
day.
Thanks for stopping by.
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Hi Tommy
This is a really good read for me, Must admit that you are one of the best bloggers I ever saw.
Thanks for posting this informative article.
C
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Tommy DiPietro Reply:
July 29th, 2010 at 11:13 pm
Hey Cisco,
Thanks for stopping by.
Have a great weekend!
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Tommy I agree 100% I hardly ever watch tv.
Don’t get me wrong I do sit down occasionally and watch a program or even rent a movie.
But this is very rare since I could be doing some money making or memory making activity elsewhere.
I really hope people are picking up on what your saying about reading.
The most successful people are always readers there is a lot of power in the written word to many to elaborate on at this time.
But the points you made are probably the most important.
Let’s read to lead,
Steve Shoemaker
Steve Shoemaker´s last blog ..Strategic Branding- More Face On FaceBook
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Tommy DiPietro Reply:
July 29th, 2010 at 11:14 pm
Steve, that is good that you really don’t watch TV at all. It does
get you in trouble because of the amount of time you are wasting.
Cut down the TV time and replace it with something productive.
Have a great night!!
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Hi Tommy,
This is a great topic!
The only thing on our TV is DVD’s we pop in from time to time. I haven’t had it hooked up to any channels in over 9 years. (Except a few years ago when it was less expensive to have internet & phone service if we included cable, that lasted about a year.)
I don’t remember it taking long to get used to… it was more of a relief than anything else.
Thanks for all the stats! Great stuff.
Susanna
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Tommy DiPietro Reply:
July 29th, 2010 at 11:15 pm
Susanna,
Glad to see you are using your time wisely. That is why your blog
has awesome content and you are rocking it!!
Talk to you soon!
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Hi Tommy, I couldn’t agree with you more. You always hear the “play-by-play” about what’s happening on all these shows from people who say they don’t have enough time. Well, hello?!! Turn off the darn TV.
We do have the satellite and premium channels at our house and I will sit down and “veg” in front of the TV on occasion but it’s rare.
I would much rather live life than watch someone else live theirs!! Besides building equity for myself and my family and getting to meet people like you is SOOO much better!!!
Keep up the Great Work! Laura
Laura Paulson´s last blog ..What Can a Pit Crew Teach Us About Success in Network Marketing
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Tommy DiPietro Reply:
July 30th, 2010 at 7:51 am
Laura,
When you have that type of drive sometimes you are so focused on
trying to do what’s right for your family.
I probably would not watch any TV but I do like to take a night off
and watch a couple of DVRed shows with my wife. Also taking the
time to have a date night with my wife is another great way.
But…I did cut my TV time in half or more.
Live your life is true!!
Thanks for sharing, have a great day.
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Yes, yes, yes.
I wish I could do that, but then my husband will have a heart attack:).
Priorities, my friends, is what it comes down to.
Everybody has time to build a business, but not everybody takes time.
Great post, Tommy.
Ana
Ana | Traffic Generation Cafe´s last blog ..Juicy Blog Traffic- Want Some DoFollow!
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Tommy DiPietro Reply:
July 30th, 2010 at 7:53 am
HAHA, so true Ana.
I just mentioned even though I did cut my TV time down, I
do enjoy some TV especially when my wife and I are hanging
out on an off night.
Yes if you prioritize your schedule the work will get done. That is
why I am able to follow my own advice, work full time, manage my
business and still watch some TV with the little lady
Thanks for sharing Ana.
Have a great day.
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Hey Tommy,
We all seem to be in agreement. I haven’t watched TV at all for about a year now, and for a couple before that hardly at all.
I think most of what’s on is a bunch of crap,is making people lazier, and is a major contributor to the “dumbing down of America”(or anywhere else).
Ryan put it perfectly a mental wasteland.
I’m sure your post will get some people thinking.
Thanks Tommy.
Neil´s last blog ..How to Build a Website Wrap Up – Pt 1
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Tommy DiPietro Reply:
July 30th, 2010 at 8:03 am
Neil,
You are right, people are thinking and I similar call about this subject
is what got me thinking.
As a TV junkie, I couldn’t control myself watching every new show. My savior
was the DVR and it has reduced my TV time dramatically.
The truth is I do watch some TV when I am not working, hanging out with the Mrs.
and I wouldn’t give up spending QT with her period.
Plus…I use some of these silly shows for great ideas for my blog posts
Have a great day!!
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Neil Reply:
July 30th, 2010 at 8:10 am
Homer is very good for a few posts :p
Neil´s last blog ..How to Build a Website Wrap Up – Pt 1
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Hi Tommy,
awesome post. TV sucks, that’s right. And it’s a waste of time. What you’re writing, reminds of one of Rober Kiyosaki’s wisdoms: You don’t get rich in your work time. You get rich – or stay poor – in your spare time. Waste your spare time through watching TV and stay poor or invest your spare time in building a businesses or shopping for real estate, for example – and get rich.
Thanks for sharing.
Oliver
Oliver Tausend´s last blog ..The Anatomy Of Quitting – Would You Like To Change Places With Another Person
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Tommy DiPietro Reply:
July 30th, 2010 at 7:57 am
Oliver,
That is a great quote. It is the truth but if you
are able to set a schedule and limit your time watch
the tube, you should be OK.
Thank you for sharing.
Enjoy your day
!!
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Hey Tommy,
This is a great post. You’re so right, TV is a huge time thief and income reducer!
I hardly watch it, I simply don’t have the time for it.
Thanks for sharing.
All the best,
Mavis Nong
Mavis Nong´s last blog ..Blogging Tips – 3 Primary Steps To Higher Rankings!
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Tommy DiPietro Reply:
July 30th, 2010 at 7:59 am
Mavis,
I like how you put it “A huge time thief”.
LOL, that is true and some people are so
hooked they can’t stop.
That is why the tips I give can be so critical, I was
a TV junkie and was able to control myself and cut
down many, many hours of watching.
Have a great day and thanks for sharing your
thoughts!!
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Hey Tommy,
I’m an advocate of this! As a matter of fact I can go a month without TV. When you do that, you feel more productive because you’re doing other things to keep you busy.
I usually listening to music, play music, salsa dancing, reading a book, going for a walk, writing a blog, reading blogs, cooking (especially something new), cleaning, just something to keep my brain going.
If I do watch TV, it’s usually about an hour or hour and half watching the history channel or some funny cartoon lol….Anyways, Great Post!!
Sherman
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Tommy DiPietro Reply:
August 3rd, 2010 at 9:44 pm
Hi Sherman,
I agree, a month is a little rough for me especially since I have little ones but
all the power to you.
Anyway you could do it become more productive is great and I thought it would
be hard to cut my TV time in half and I did. Thank goodness for the DVR.
Thanks for stopping by Sherman and commenting!!
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Hi Tommy,
first time and delighted to syndicate your post. I have a media blackout in place in my life which includes newspapers and radio and I can tell you straight up that my world is a better place. Did you know that psychologists have also discovered that watching TV causes mild depression?
Keep up the great work and here’s to your continued sucess.
Howard Hughes´s last blog ..My Responseability
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Tommy DiPietro Reply:
August 3rd, 2010 at 9:45 pm
Hey Howard,
Welcome to my blog. Thank you. Wow, I did not know
that about TV, mild depression. It was a good idea that I
was able to cut down my TV time.
I appreciate you stopping by and commenting.
Have a great week!
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Great post Tommy!
I couldn’t agree more with you. It is just amazing how much time we spend sitting or laying around watching TV, where this time could be used to do something far more productive.
I believe that giving up such luxuries and leisures is the hardest barrier home based businesses struggle to overcome in their early stages.
You need to be disciplined and set a certain amount of time aside for the TV so you can actually get your home business off the ground.
Josh@Network Marketing Consultant´s last blog ..Tips for Network Marketing – FREE Guide
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Tommy DiPietro Reply:
August 9th, 2010 at 8:18 am
Josh,
That is why I love my DVR!
It helped me save time and still able to watch a few of my favorite shows.
I was always a TV junkie but learned how to save time and cut back.
Thanks for stopping by and have a great day!!
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Hi Tommy,
I totally agree. If you do watch TV…pick what you want, don’t just turn it on. This week we did not turn it on except to watch a movie. Big waste of your valuable time. rebecca
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Tommy DiPietro Reply:
August 9th, 2010 at 8:33 am
Hi Rebecca,
That is great how you are able to save so much time. I do the same and use
my DVR and Netflix. It saves a ton of time and I still get to watch the shows I
actually enjoy.
Have a great day!
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Tommy. What a great topic for a blog. Not sure I support a blackout on TV, but I do agree limiting is necessary to ensure you have enough time for family, friends and business. I love college and NFL football, so I tend to spend more time watching TV during the football season. Otherwise, the DVR works great. I get to it when I can. Thanks,
Scott Pollov
Scott Pollov´s last blog ..Why Write A Business Plan – Eight Great Reasons!
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