2006-08-09 19:56:54 · 30 answers · asked by Perfectly Flawed 5 in Entertainment & Music ➔ Polls & Surveys
well if it isn't i'm in trouble.i've read all my life(i'm 64yrs)and enjoy the ability of using my mind to picture as i read.not only that you can go any where do any thing and be anything your heart longs for.the knowledge you gain is priceless.
2006-08-09 20:07:27 · answer #1 · answered by peggy m 2 · 3⤊ 0⤋
I'd imagine it's not considered "normal," but I'd definitely say that it's better, for you and for society.
I read a LOT when I was a teenager, and was a lot more physically and mentally active then. After I had my kids, I never found the quiet time to read anymore, but t.v. was easily and readily available. Now I'm fairly addicted to t.v., feel lazy and relatively brain dead all of the time, and rarely do anything active anymore. :(
T.V. has literally been shown to decrease i.q. Besides that, watching the passive violence on t.v. has been shown to desensitize us to violence and thereby causes some people to act out more, or be more apathetic to violence. I know, plenty of people disagree, but the fact is that kids and the average adult of previous generations - before television - by and large weren't as violent as generations since.
Reading - even a violent book - on the other hand, encourages and develops our imaginations and i.q., as we have to visualize the story. Also, it's literally mental exercise as opposed to the passive inactivity of watching t.v.
I'd say be less concerned about being "normal," and do what you enjoy, do what's best for you. As long as it doesn't do any harm, it's a good thing. Reading is definitely a good thing.
2006-08-09 20:20:29 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I read way more than what I watch TV ! Books are so much better that the TV !
2006-08-09 20:09:31 · answer #3 · answered by Rika 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I prefer books to tv anyday. But I don't think that is the norm in todays world, too many kids can't even read.
2006-08-09 19:59:54 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
what is normal?? WHO defines what is normal I love reading more than watching tv. I sometimes read the books more then once. SO I believe it is my norm to read more.
2006-08-09 20:06:08 · answer #5 · answered by trouble comes a knockin 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Deffinately not abnormal, I prefer books as well. Great past time that came waaaay before the tv. As of books turned into movies, isnt the book always better? ???
2006-08-09 20:00:55 · answer #6 · answered by Mizz Know It All 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
i dont think so i am the same rather read a book then spend my time watching tv, but i like certain shows so its why i still watch some tv. dont know fully why but i guess its cause i love to read
2006-08-09 20:00:42 · answer #7 · answered by -=á?¦ §êÃ?Ã¥ ?=- 2 · 3⤊ 0⤋
yes it is, some people prefer reading to tv and the other way around. I personally love reading and do spend minimal if any time in front of the telly.
2006-08-09 20:08:50 · answer #8 · answered by Maritza S 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
no, it is great that you like to read more than watch TV, I wish I could get into books. I can't focus long enough to read a book. I read a few paragraphs and my mind wanders.
2006-08-09 20:01:14 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
It is very normal to prefer books than tv..you're on the right track, don't worry..books are great.
2006-08-09 20:05:03 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I think it's totally normal. Some people feel better curled up with a book than zoned out in front of the TV
If it's not normal, then I'll be abnormal with you!!
2006-08-09 20:01:39 · answer #11 · answered by Miss. Bliss 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋