I hate television. I hate it as much as I hate peanuts. But I can't stop eating peanuts.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Welles expresses a strong dislike for television but admits an inability to quit consuming it.
- In plain terms
- He hates television like he hates peanuts but cannot stop watching it.
- What can you take from it?
- People often continue habits they dislike because of addiction or necessity.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What habit do you hate but can't quit?
- Why do we consume things we dislike?
Another view
Television can be useful for information even if entertainment is poor.
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