The article discusses a personal journey towards self-protection amidst a barrage of news and societal issues. The author shares their decision to cancel subscriptions to major news outlets and reduce screen time to avoid overwhelming feelings. Instead, they focus on reading, exercising, and enjoying quality time with family and friends. The narrative emphasizes a shift in mindset, seeking self-care not just for personal benefit but as a step towards being able to help others effectively. It’s about finding balance and focusing on constructive activities over despair.
I believe that the first step in dealing with it is self-protection. I used to tell my clients that they had to take care of themselves because they couldn't help anyone else if they didn't.
I canceled my subscription to the New York Times. I stopped watching news programs including late night television where the hosts talk about the news of the day.
I've been trying to think of things I can do besides donate to sane groups helping people, and I do this with friends and family too.
I've maintained my exercise program, and tried to argue myself into increasing it without success. I started listening to Philosophize This by Stephen West from the beginning.
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