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What does it mean?
Watching too much football is portrayed as a sign of intellectual decline.
In plain terms
Watching too many games in a row suggests you are not thinking clearly.
What can you take from it?
Balance entertainment with other mental activities.

Where it applies

  • super bowl sunday
  • weekend binge watching

Putting it to work

  • set limits on screen time
  • mix activities

Questions to consider

  • When does leisure become unhealthy?
  • How do you spend your weekends?

Another view

Sports viewing is harmless for many people.

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