“Information overload” is a concept that explains the difficulty found in making decisions when provided excess information. This information anxiety, as it is sometimes referred to, is something we experience often in this age of technology. Namely, we experience this when looking for something to watch.
HBO Max is a great example of a huge archive of movies and television that provides way too many options. HBO Max provides over 1,300 movies. You couldn’t skim through all of the options the service provides in less than 45 minutes without skipping a good number of rows. I mean, it is truly TOO MUCH.
Don’t get me wrong, HBO is “HBO” for a reason. They maintain their fame and glory by remaining at the top of home entertainment. Their selection is clearly one of great size and strength. However, I feel as we search for more entertainment and are constantly scrolling through options, we get numb to the real objective and experience a sense of anxiety and confusion. Some people identify as certified binge-watchers, but at what point does the overstimulation of the mind become toxic? Much like our bodies need breaks from overstimulation, so do our brains. Spend some time this week away from a screen and just breathe amidst some nature. Then, you can catch all the Cartoon Network classics you know and love.
