I did it. I finally called Comcast and cut the cable. They really tried to get me to reconsider. "It's only an additional $40 dollars a month for all those great channels!" they said. I promptly replied that 40 dollars a month equates to $480 dollars a year for a luxury I honestly do not need. That money could go to my savings for a house!
"Mr. Rivera are you sure?? You're really getting a good deal here for the double play package. I think you should reconsider."
"Not a chance." I said.
It has been a few months since I severed my cable connection with Comcast. The transition to a cable-less life was seamless I must say. My only regret is that I didn't do it sooner. Most people are instantly filled with trepidation at the thought of cutting their cable because much to their oblivion, they've become enslaved by it. So what precipitated my desire to cut my cable? Well, I merely realized I was squandering my time and money, and because time is money, the squandering felt compounded. I also strongly disliked being subjected to so many commercials, especially during NFL and NBA games. What have I been doing in lieu of sitting in front of the TV? I'll tell you. Welcome to my blog.
I hope this post has inspired you to sever your cable connection; but more important, that it has galvanized you into maximizing your potential. Lastly, while I am no longer a subscriber of cable, I still am tied to Comcast because life would be inherently difficult without internet. However, I am patiently awaiting the advent of technology that will supplant cable-based, high-speed internet.