Let us now consider the television, an invention that most of us could not imagine being without. This is no exaggeration, for no sooner has it cast its spell than people rush out to buy a set, whether it is necessary or not and whether they have the means or not. Those who can ill afford a television set are often the ones most interested in acquiring this costly form of entertainment come what may.
Let us now examine this desire to be entertained by what we watch on the screen from the point of view of our health. No doubt it is a marvellous invention that can transmit much valuable knowledge and broadcast many important world events. Could one ever forget observing the animals in Kruger National Park? We are amazed at the giant lizards on the Galapagos islands, those surviving animals that give us an idea why legends tell of dragons. Although we may be sitting comfortably in our armchair, television transfers us to those distant shores, making us believe we are actually there, so engrossed do we become in the life of some strange creature. And what about the presentation of a heart operation in a well-equipped modern operating theatre – a gripping experience for anyone who is interested in the human body. Such educational programmes can fill many a gap in our knowledge and give us pleasure and enjoyment. At the same time, moderation is called for if we do not want to run the risk of losing time and control and suffering as a consequence.
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