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Binge-watching: Is it a symptom of un-engagement?

What triggered me to write this entry was a conversation I had with a friend who has been on her journey to disconnect digitally. During my catch-up with her, she shared that she recently cancelled her subscription to Netflix, to which I responded, "How did you have the courage to cancel Netflix?" with a shocked emoticon. Now, this reaction calls for a reflection and a deeper analysis into why my reaction was as such. It also reflects the centrality of Netflix (and its other variations before the advent of Netflix, such as online streaming channels, cable TV, the classic television etc.) in our lives. It makes me wonder if some of us watch some shows purely out of interest towards the show, or due to other reasons. I'm not going to deny the entertainment and leisure factor it brings, as it does serve as a perk-me-up when I watch a comedy or watch something really intriguing. This entry also does not position itself to convey that watching Netflix should be avoided at all