The Battle for the Mind

I wonder if there always, throughout history, has been as intense a battle for our minds as is true today. Perhaps the battle began in earnest with the printing press. Of course, there always have been distractions of one kind or another.
But never before have there been televisions, computers, the internet, radios, electronic tablets, and cell phones. No doubt these are having more of an impact on people than we realize. Young people are fascinated with electronic games. The content of many of these is unacceptable to Christian people, which can cause a problem within the home.
The Lord Jesus through His Apostle Paul has given us a commandment:
Since, then, you have been raised with Christ, set your hearts on things above, where Christ is seated at the right hand of God. Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things. (Colossians 3:1,2)
Have you, as an American, ever tried keeping your mind on Christ throughout the day and night? If you have, you have found it is not easy. Perhaps it is more difficult for me than it is for you. My mind flits from one thing to another, usually from one worry to another. Is it like that for you?
Sometimes when my mind is not occupied, I force myself to think of one thing. Then I pray about that one thing, or give thanks for it depending on the circumstances. This is a pretty good device but you really have to work at it.