The news is depressing.

Doom scrolling is a real thing. But the more you understand about the media landscape the more power you have to keep it a distance but still stay informed. Because of my work I know how the sausage gets made but it doesn't make me immune. You have to purposefully not allow it to take you over. What is sorely lacking in my opinion is a push to 'teach' people how to consume media so it doesn't consume them. And the big one there is to always, always consider the source and their goals. Some of the best journalism our country has ever had is taking place now. But it's up to the consumer to find it. I don't think most today are as interested in being informed as they are in having their beliefs met. Some seek out fear and anger. And bloggers, or purposefully manipulative 'media' outlets, can have just as much sway as hard news organizations. That's not right and tells me that when AI really starts to rear it's head we're going to be toast as societies. We're not prepared.