I read the national news less and less frequently. A quick scan of the headlines and then I’m out of there.
In part, because it takes so much effort to actually find real news. There is no value in stories about how the “other media” are awful journalists. Or what a comedian said.
Who cares?
If I actually want to learn about something, I find I have to do my own journalistic inquiries.
However, the main reason I avoid the news is that it impacts my attitude. It frustrates my mindset.
For the same reason, I avoid most social media. While there is a lot of value in social media, too often I feel like I’ve lost more than I’ve gained from my social media experience.
I can’t afford that.
I have roles that I’ve chosen in life: As a leader, a consultant, a coach, a husband and a father.
These are all relationships.
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