I really don’t want to be that virtuous “I don’t listen to a word of it!” guy, but after a year of absolutely cramming news into every orifice pre-elections; on the morning of Trump’s victory I realised I’d just been hopelessly swept up in sensationalist headlines… - ThreadSky

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jonhillcock.bsky.social • 32 days ago

I really don’t want to be that virtuous “I don’t listen to a word of it!” guy, but after a year of absolutely cramming news into every orifice pre-elections; on the morning of Trump’s victory I realised I’d just been hopelessly swept up in sensationalist headlines…

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jonhillcock.bsky.social•32 days ago

..learnt next to sod all, and was probably just listening to it to avoid engaging with my own brain. The news *adores* Trump. I opted out that day (in favour of music mainly, but also audiobooks) and genuinely feel quite marvellous, clear headed. (but do need to find a new small dose news routine)

dannykelly.bsky.social•32 days ago

Similar here Jon.

Feel helpless to change world events so I’d rather hear about of do something positive.

jonhillcock.bsky.social•32 days ago

Sense of helplessness and detachment definitely factored in. Instead of informing it just fed the hum of anxiety. Most of it I don’t need to know. Should probably concede that there’s very likely an element of me just sulking horribly.

dannykelly.bsky.social•32 days ago

Doesn’t feel right not keeping up with the news but I hear enough and would rather fill my life with music.

superbreeze.bsky.social•32 days ago

This is the first time in my life where I am actively avoiding the news and sticking my head in the sand

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