The series is a massive success with younger audiences, in a way that historically has not been the forte of the very grown-up and prestige-focused HBO. HBO’s “Euphoria” (now the property of Discovery) comes to mind. in a $43-billion deal.īut attempts to appeal to today’s teens and twentysomethings have also resulted in some groundbreaking hits despite high-level corporate foibles. AT&T’s failed foray into entertainment officially ended last week when it spun off WarnerMedia - home of Warner Bros., HBO and CNN - to merge with David Zaslav’s Discovery Inc.
That doesn’t mean the entertainment industry “gets” Gen Z.Įfforts to reach young audiences can take studios into disastrous Quibi-ish detours, echoing that “30 Rock” meme of Steve Buscemi carrying a skateboard and saying, “How do you do, fellow kids?”ĪT&T had a vague and ultimately ill-conceived notion to use WarnerMedia content to keep the youngins glued to the Dallas company’s mobile phone service. If this was forwarded to you, sign up here to get it in your inbox. And all of this is to get ample rest and tackle the next day head-on (no revenge needed).This is the April 12, 2022, edition of the Wide Shot newsletter about the business of entertainment.
You’re taking charge of your health with a routine and managing any potentially suppressed emotions from the day. When the timer goes off, go brush your teeth, come back, and-if you just have to scroll-set it for 15 minutes and try again.”īreus’s Power-Down Hour is in line with others’ findings, Kroese says a specific if-then plan (“If it is 11 pm, then I will go upstairs to brush my teeth”) and sleep hygiene habits, “such as making sure to end your day with relaxing activities, dimming the light, and keeping your bedroom distraction-free,” is a promising strategy for those who are experiencing bedtime procrastination due to self-regulation issues.īy breaking up the last hour before you want to be asleep, you are not only enacting a clear plan but also addressing any tasks you may have missed or pushed. “My big question is: If you want some ‘me’ time, why not schedule it? If you just can’t figure that out, set a timer and give yourself a pattern interrupt. “I understand that people are not having any real alone time right now, and that scrolling on your phone is fun, but you lose track of time,” says Breus. While this may seem like a simple solution for those of us who find ourselves scrolling late into the night, Breus acknowledges that there is an added element of FOMO, due in part to the pandemic, making the Power-Down Hour seem a bit more daunting. The order of each segment is what Breus claims is “the secret ingredient.” With this technique, you are not only addressing specific behaviors of self-regulation you are also considering the thoughts and feelings element. The final 20 minutes are for relaxation (such as meditation, prayer, or journaling).The second 20 minutes are set aside for hygiene (such as a hot bath).The first 20 minutes are dedicated to things that need to be done.The Power-Down Hour is composed of three 20-minute segments: How a ‘Power-Down Hour’ Can Reduce Sleep Procrastinationīreus studies the science of helping people sleep, and he helps patients with a technique he calls the “Power-Down Hour.” Featured in his first book, Good Night: The Sleep Doctor's 4-Week Program to Better Sleep and Better Health, it is a strategy to slow your mind down while getting you to step away from technology and address daily procrastination (that could lead to sleep procrastination).
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