What I Watch
Aiden Jacob — January 21, 2026 — Unit 1
1) This is usually how my day starts around 9:00 AM. My roommate already has the TV on when I wake up, and it’s mostly just background noise while we get ready and talk for a bit before the day actually begins.
2) Later in the day, this is what a lot of my screen time looks like. I’m usually sitting in a game lobby or setting things up between classes or other tasks. It’s not constant playing, but more on and off throughout the day. 3) In the afternoon, usually after classes, I’ll play for a little while. This is when I’m actually focused on the game and using it as a way to relax and stay occupied for a bit.
4) At night, this is what I spend most of my time on. I usually play NBA 2K in MyCareer mode, and it’s become part of my nightly routine before I wind down for the day.
5) This is how the night usually ends, around 10 or 11 PM. This is usually how I wrap up my screen time for the night. Once I’m done playing, I turn everything off and move on with the rest of my night.
Selfies With a Social Conscience Reflection:
Selfies with a social conscience, in my opinion, are not necessarily about taking pictures of yourself or making an obvious statement. Instead, they can be about showing everyday life in a way that quietly reflects something larger about how we live. The What I Eat Photo Project demonstrates this by using something ordinary, like food, to reveal patterns related to privilege, access, and routine. In my own version of a selfie with a social conscience, I focused on what I watch and play on a typical day. Screens are a major part of my daily routine, especially at night, and by showing different TVs and video games, I’m documenting how entertainment and technology fit into my life. Even though I’m not physically in the photos, they still represent me through my habits and environment. These images also point to access. Having multiple screens, gaming systems, and the time to use them is not a reality for everyone, and that contrast gives the photos their social meaning. Another example of a selfie series with a social conscience is Humans of New York, which shares portraits and personal stories that highlight inequality, struggle, and everyday humanity. Like the What I Eat Project, it uses individual experiences to encourage people to think about broader social issues. Overall, I think selfies with a social conscience are most effective when they feel honest. They don’t need to be dramatic or staged, because simply showing real routines can be enough to create awareness and reflection.
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