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Over the last few months of trolling through this discussion, I have learned a great deal about the mind control that is so completely ingrained in our daily lives.
This information has prompted me to cancel my newspaper subscription and limit my TV exposure in order to see what effect media exposure has had on my daily behavior. The results of the last three months have been more interesting than I initially believed they would be.
Here is what I have found so far:
1. (and most surprising) I have lost 18 lbs and my blood pressure has dropped by about 10 points (from 140/90 to 128/80).
2. I have saved over $900.00 over my normal savings because I never see the sale papers or ads for the various electronic gadgets that I sometimes obsess with.
3. I have spent more quality time with my kids (playing games, etc.) than ever before.
These are just the most noticeable changes that I have seen. I am sure that there are many more things that have slipped below the radar as well.
I know that becoming a media hermit is a drastic step, but it has been an informative test. I am curious to hear if anyone else has noticed a change in their buying/eating/planning behavior based on what they learn or have learned form this forum.
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