I dropped cable and satellite to retain Netflix (little to no commercials). Some dang good series on there. Right now, I'm watching one called 'Big Mouth' which is a hilarious cartoon about adolescents.

As for reel life vs real life? It is pretty amazing what can be controlled and suggested to a mind via the power of media. And, the ones that control the media will always force their greedy agendas on people. It is great to unplug once in a while. I find myself fishing or hunting personally, but with the kiddos, it's play in all ways. We actually have a limit at the house how long a child can be on their tablet or watch TV :)