How Much Television Do You Watch?

January 12, 2024

I found a staggering statistic that says the average American watches roughly five hours of television every day. That’s 35 hours a week… and 1,825 hours in a year. That equals about 76 complete 24-hour days!

Compare that to the fact that on average, 38.5 minutes per week of meaningful conversation happens between a parent and their child.

I find that a great way to Live Hope is to shut off the TV for one hour a day… just for starters. And spend that hour in meaningful conversation, or doing a fun activity together, or exercising. Call it an hour of hope.

The goal is to spend more time with those you love, and less time brainlessly sitting in front of the TV screen. Hope comes alive when we make efforts to live intentionally, not passively, especially with those we love. Live Hope with those you love, and turn off the television.

How else could you can spend an hour of hope?

Remember, choose hope today.