I realized several years ago that tv was like an anesthetic for me. I would watch tv and my mind would go to sleep. So I stopped watching tv. It was a lot harder than I thought. So I would walk, ride my bike, kayak or read when ever I thought about watching tv. I also got rid of cable. It was like I woke up from a deep sleep. It wasn't easy but now several years later I am awake, thinking and in the moment. And not missing tv in the least. I wish you well.