Fun Things to do Instead of Watching TV
After a long stressful day at school you trudge home off the bus, heat up a microwavable dinner, collapse on the coach and turn on Netflix. Sound Familiar? I know I have had this happen to me more often than not. However, have you ever really considered how much time you spend watching TV and what you could get done in that time?
The average person in America spends nine years of their life watching TV. I love watching Netflix but this statistic brought me to reality.
So what can you do instead?
- Read a book. A lot of people hate to read, however, I believe that these people are just reading the wrong material. I had a friend who hated reading and never read anything until she began studying nutrition. I suggest finding out what you love and read about that.
- Spend time with family. A lot of us when we move out of those house lose touch with family. However, chances are we have some relatives close by that we can connect with.
- Take a class. Everyone has something that they’ve always wanted to do but they think they never will. Take a watercolour, pottery, or even a horse back riding class and open a new hobby or experience.
- Even if it’s just doing something like taking a train to Montreal or Ottawa. These trips open your mind for inspiration and fun. You get to meet new people and see new places.
- Write a blog. Even just having a blog to talk about your life or something you’re passionate about. This is exciting and increased your written communication skills immensely.
- The obvious one., and the one you knew was coming. Exercise! This doesn’t mean you have to run or go to the gym, you can join an intramural team, or even just go for a walk.
So throw away that TV or computer and don’t waste your life!