Some of the most common symptoms are fatigue, anxiety, depression, and trouble sleeping.
Be informed, but don’t let yourself be overexposed to bad news unnecessarily.
Miller says this technique is also helpful for watching and digesting the news cycle.
The idea, says Miller, is to minimize worry and news intake by scheduling it into your day.
He also says to be mindful of how much you consume.
Instead, she suggests that you ask a close friend or loved one to filter the news for you.
Then, have them check in with you a few times per week about the most important updates.
His recommendation for creating boundaries around negative and disastrous news?
Reciting ahelpful mantralike this one: Toxic disaster reporting has no power over me.
I acknowledge whats happening in the world, but I will not let it define my life.
Im going to persevere and do my part.
Prioritize the things that energize and enrich your life, not the things that make you feel worse.
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