Satellite TV Gets You More

For half a century, the TV set has been a fixture of home in America. It has become so ordinary and expected that we all too often fail to appreciate it for the fantastical innovation that it is. It has changed the face of the world, enhancing global connectedness and providing a flow of programming that never stops for even one moment. With more and more programming variety, and ever-better technology available, TVs can be used in many ways that may never occur to the average viewer.
First, identify what kind of TV viewer you are. Do you have it constantly on for background noise? Do you tune in to TV drama series or sitcoms? Do you mainly use it for watching sports? Whatever your answer, you should realize that it has so much more to offer. Check out 5 ways in which your satellite television could be better used:
Music: Using your satellite TV more doesn’t have to involve watching it more; instead use it as your main music system. With songs of every genre playing at all hours of the day, there will always be something you are really wanting to listen to. Put that ritzy sound system to better use and rock out.
Language Skills: Have you forgotten most of the Spanish you learned in high school? A great way to brush up is by watching satellite TV. Find a news show, soap opera, variety show, or some other program that will keep you so engrossed you won’t want to miss a word, and your skills are sure to improve in no time at all. Depending on your satellite TV package, you are likely to also be able to find shows in French, German, maybe even Hindi, Urdu, or Arabic. Use your TV as a tutor and bone up on your foreign language abilities.
Family Time: You should be very aware of what your children watch and limit the time they spend in front of the TV each day, but that doesn’t have to mean total deprivation. Watching a regular program or setting aside time for a weekly family movie night can be a great way to gather your busy family all in one place to enjoy quality time together. You can regale your kids with stories about how you didn’t have high definition when you were growing up.
NFL Sunday Ticket: If you are a major football fan, don’t settle for watching just whatever game happens to be broadcast on any given Sunday; instead check out the ingenious NFL Sunday Ticket package deal, which provides access to just about any game outside your local media market. Be a better, and a better-informed, fan.
Cooking: While the Iron Chef can’t be beat for culinary entertainment, you aren’t likely to learn many usable techniques from watching the masters at work. However, there are many excellent cooking shows that will provide you with some authentic kitchen expertise and inspiration. Spice up your TV watching as well as your meals!
These are just a few ideas for how to make your TV work as a force for good in your life. With a little creativity, I’m sure you will think up many more!