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Choosing Peace Over Panic- Why I Stopped Watching the News | Episode 311

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When my homeless friend moved in with me, we often listened to music instead of NPR, which was typical for me at the time. I came to realize that replacing politics with music shifted my mood drastically. When I was no longer filling my ears with the horrible things happening in our world, I noticed how much more at peace I felt and how much of a game changer this was for me. This week’s episode 311 of the Fragmented to Whole Podcast is about choosing peace over panic- why I stopped watching the news.

In this episode of the Fragmented to Whole Podcast, I’m sharing my transformative journey of prioritizing my mental health by stepping away from constant news consumption, some options if you want to limit your news intake, but don’t want to be kept out of the loop completely, and a prayer you can read before watching the news should you choose to do so.

A Prayer Before Reading the News

Written by Rabbi Irwin Keller in early 2016

My God, the soul you have placed in me is pure and vulnerable.

I am afraid that looking at today’s news will be painful.

Encircle me in a robe of light

so that I can witness the wounds of the world

without being wounded myself.

Let me learn what I need to know

In order to be of greatest use

without being overwhelmed by despair.

I feel your protective light now

as I open myself to the world’s suffering and the world’s joys.

Amen

Remember, you are not obligated to be constantly informed about every world event. Your mental peace is more important than feeling perpetually anxious about things outside your control. Take a moment to evaluate how news consumption affects your daily life, and give yourself permission to make changes that support your emotional wellness.

Be sure to tune in to all the episodes to receive tons of practical tips on living a more whole life and to hear even more about the points outlined above.

Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to post in your stories and tag me! And don’t forget to follow, rate and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!

Learn more about Fragmented to Whole at https://higherpowercc.com/podcast/

Are you saying yes when you really want to say no? Are you putting yourself last? Perhaps you're the consummate accommodator whose people-pleasing ways are wearing you out. If so, you're a perfect fit for my 12-week private coaching program!

Sign up for a free 30 minute Better Boundaries call with me at this link. https://calendly.com/barb-nangle/better-boundaries-call

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Chapters

1. Choosing Peace Over Panic- Why I Stopped Watching the News (00:00:00)

2. Making the Decision to Stop Watching the News (00:02:09)

3. The Impact of News on Mental Health (00:03:04)

4. Barb’s Mental Health Benefits That Came from Limiting News Consumption (00:05:12)

5. Making Conscious Choices Around News Consumption (00:06:57)

6. Practical Tips for Managing News Consumption (00:08:36)

317 episodes

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When my homeless friend moved in with me, we often listened to music instead of NPR, which was typical for me at the time. I came to realize that replacing politics with music shifted my mood drastically. When I was no longer filling my ears with the horrible things happening in our world, I noticed how much more at peace I felt and how much of a game changer this was for me. This week’s episode 311 of the Fragmented to Whole Podcast is about choosing peace over panic- why I stopped watching the news.

In this episode of the Fragmented to Whole Podcast, I’m sharing my transformative journey of prioritizing my mental health by stepping away from constant news consumption, some options if you want to limit your news intake, but don’t want to be kept out of the loop completely, and a prayer you can read before watching the news should you choose to do so.

A Prayer Before Reading the News

Written by Rabbi Irwin Keller in early 2016

My God, the soul you have placed in me is pure and vulnerable.

I am afraid that looking at today’s news will be painful.

Encircle me in a robe of light

so that I can witness the wounds of the world

without being wounded myself.

Let me learn what I need to know

In order to be of greatest use

without being overwhelmed by despair.

I feel your protective light now

as I open myself to the world’s suffering and the world’s joys.

Amen

Remember, you are not obligated to be constantly informed about every world event. Your mental peace is more important than feeling perpetually anxious about things outside your control. Take a moment to evaluate how news consumption affects your daily life, and give yourself permission to make changes that support your emotional wellness.

Be sure to tune in to all the episodes to receive tons of practical tips on living a more whole life and to hear even more about the points outlined above.

Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to post in your stories and tag me! And don’t forget to follow, rate and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!

Learn more about Fragmented to Whole at https://higherpowercc.com/podcast/

Are you saying yes when you really want to say no? Are you putting yourself last? Perhaps you're the consummate accommodator whose people-pleasing ways are wearing you out. If so, you're a perfect fit for my 12-week private coaching program!

Sign up for a free 30 minute Better Boundaries call with me at this link. https://calendly.com/barb-nangle/better-boundaries-call

CONNECT WITH BARB NANGLE:

Subscribe to “Friday Fragments” weekly newsletter

Free boundaries resources

Facebook

Instagram

Work with Barb!

Buy Barb a tea

Get a free chapter of my upcoming book: Roadside Recovery

  continue reading

Chapters

1. Choosing Peace Over Panic- Why I Stopped Watching the News (00:00:00)

2. Making the Decision to Stop Watching the News (00:02:09)

3. The Impact of News on Mental Health (00:03:04)

4. Barb’s Mental Health Benefits That Came from Limiting News Consumption (00:05:12)

5. Making Conscious Choices Around News Consumption (00:06:57)

6. Practical Tips for Managing News Consumption (00:08:36)

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