NETFLIX AND CHILL

 

As someone who spends most of my free time watching movies, tv shows, and playing video games it is pretty normal for me to occasionally log in to the Netflix App and spend hours scrolling through the content that I would normally find boring or not interesting enough to dive into.

Netflix has been a household name since 2011 but was an unknown brand back then. Nowadays people have known about Netflix for many years, but it wasn’t until 2014 when Netflix started rolling out its TV series which propelled things to the mainstream. By 2018 Netflix had become so successful that there were over 23 million subscribers.

However, over the past few years viewership of media on the streaming service has dropped significantly from 13.6 billion (as of 2019) to 10.4 billion as of 2019 because of its increasing prices. The company plans to raise the minimum subscription price by $1 per month to bring down costs for consumers. It also wants to improve its image with a more diverse female cast and more of what they call “women on screen”. This will be done by hiring women at top positions from media companies such as NBC, Hulu, ABC, Disney, etc. The app has recently begun adding a pop culture section where users can watch TV shows of different genres while some may even get tips from them and others who like film.

In this article, I think we will see how Netflix impacts our lives and affect the way we consume media today. Our brains are very susceptible to new information. Even before all the news sources were available online it was obvious that we could turn over any issue that went wrong in movies or music in seconds on Twitter. What we are now experiencing is similar if not worse where people only have several minutes to absorb the information that is displayed across the screens. When you watch a show for several hours you just forget everything but the images that the characters are seeing, sounds, feeling, emotions, and other parts of the story. You will never know if you were affected by what the show is trying to tell you.

We want to go back to the good old days when we used to sit in front of the television for hours watching tv shows or movies. We used to feel proud knowing we spent several hours sitting in front of the tv and watching TV shows. We felt that being alone but with friends makes you feel happy because life is too short. Then we realized that watching tv shows makes us anxious the same way eating junk food makes us hungry which leads us to binge eat. Instead of spending money buying something we ended up consuming a lot of unhealthy foods that we don’t like and end up becoming obese or suffering from heart disease. In reality, these shows and movie makers should not be making people fat because they have already figured out why obesity exists: high sugar, protein, and fat content. So instead of going to work for an hour, we prefer to watch movies that make us feel better at least momentarily? Is this a problem?

No! People say Netflix affects our minds negatively because we spend so much time scrolling all day and every day on NetFlix. But are those negative effects healthy or do they cause harm to our health? Are those effects long-term or does it only take less than 5 minutes to undo and it doesn’t last? If it takes around five minutes for us to delete Netflix that means if we scroll through 500 pages or 1 page every minute we watch at least 55 minutes of useless stuff on social media. Do we need all that stuff and we are wasting our precious time? Not sure but we might be right and maybe we will be able to create a system or a set of rules or laws that stop people like me from looking around and scrolling endlessly. At least I hope I won’t be one of those people who watch 2-3 hundred movies on Netflix at least once a week (maybe twice a month if I manage to resist).

 

Self Care

 

The best way to improve yourself is by self-care. Yes, you are right. We should consider ways to keep our bodies healthy and prevent diseases. So many people don't do enough care for themselves. They think that working out would be a good idea or they have no time at all to sit and meditate on the side. But these things have nothing to do with their well-being.

1. Self Motivation 

Many people get sick so much, and it's because they don't take self-care seriously. When someone falls down or has some kind of injury, they can't help but think about something else. "I am so tired, I can't feel good", "I'm eating too much food", "I don't have enough sleep", and "I need to drink more water". These thoughts can lead to physical pain and can affect our mental health as well and not just. In addition, everyone's body is different, and what works for one person cannot work for another. Many people also fall into an unhealthy habit - smoking. Smoking takes away the oxygen we breathe, causing us to become fatigued and unable to function properly. For those who smoke, quitting is difficult.

 2. Quit Smoking 

Besides that, many people also do harm to themselves. Some people start smoking cigarettes because they want to, thinking that this will make them cool and glamorous. No, the reverse is true. Cigarettes are harmful because of the chemicals they contain and also because of the effects they have on our lungs. They hurt our respiratory system by blocking the airways. If we stop using cigarettes, these problems will go away; however, only after giving up on smoking entirely, can our respiratory system be healed.

3. Regular Excercise 

Another cause of bad habits is lack of exercise. People in this position believe that if they exercise, they won't get fat. But here too, exercising does not remove the obesity problem. Exercising can not only burn calories but also control weight. Exercise can not only reduce body fat, it can actually lower blood cholesterol levels. Besides, exercise can help to maintain muscle strength, strengthen bones, and maintain overall health. It also helps to relieve stress by promoting mood and relieving anxiety. So no matter how terrible your diet is, the solution is simple: exercise! You will feel better and healthier.

4. Healthier lifestyle 

Finally, there are some cases where people use drugs. Drugs and alcohol can lead to certain health problems, such as liver diseases and heart diseases. However, these causes have little to do with the actual drug or alcohol. Drugs affect the brain too, causing addiction and making us more prone to illness. The same thing goes for drinking alcohol, which increases the risk of cancer, stroke, diabetes, etc. So why do we still have these cases? Well, firstly, this is because of insufficient self-care. Second, and most importantly, these things are illegal in China. Once we have been caught, we often have to pay heavy fines.

CONCLUSION 

In conclusion, we must learn to avoid diseases caused by ourselves. By doing everything right, we can reduce our chances of falling ill and eventually live a long life. And that is to say: the world needs us to take care of ourselves.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are examples of positive self-care?

An example of taking care of your own health is eating a balanced diet with plenty of fiber and vegetables, drinking lots of water, and avoiding junk food. This type of self-care also includes getting enough exercise and sleeping well. Do you know that having a good attitude towards yourself is important for maintaining good health? Can you guess what kind of food a teenager eats at home? Most kids spend most of their time on TV, playing video games and watching TV. Is it really necessary to use electronics when we were young? Kids nowadays tend to make many mistakes and even break things. As an adult, shouldn't we always wear safety devices like helmets or protective suits while driving a bike? Why not, and do you take any precautions before visiting public places? Because accidents happen to anyone, and in case of an emergency, we should act immediately. What is stress? Stress comes from overworking, and not being able to relax or even enjoy life. If you feel stressed, see a doctor, talk to your friends, and try to relieve stress by finding a hobby. Does meditation help people to live longer? Meditation is the ability of the mind to focus on the present moment. It doesn't mean that you have to go outside and meditate every day. 

Try relaxation techniques and practice mindfulness. Why is exercise so important? Physical activity benefits the whole body, improves mental functioning, reduces the risk of illness, and promotes longevity. Isn't yoga the perfect workout? Yoga involves physical activity and stretching - these two activities are essential to staying fit. It is called "yoga" for its unique combination of exercises. Why is sleep so vital? Sleep is important for healing both physically and mentally. After all, you will be refreshed and ready for action. Without adequate rest, you will not be able to concentrate, and you will lose energy quickly. Have you ever tried mediation? Meditation helps to calm your mind and find peace. Through self-reflection, you will gain an understanding of yourself. The key to it is to ask yourself three questions: Who am I? What am I trying to achieve? How can I accomplish my goals? A sense of inner mastery allows you to overcome obstacles. One of the best ways to achieve goal completion is through mindful practice and visualization. Find out more about meditation tips. To sum up - self-care is very simple, and in today's stressful society, it is important that we take care of ourselves. Let's make it so simple and fun that even children can learn it. Happy caring!