Q: I feel like I should stay up to date and that it's important, but I would also prefer not to be in a constant state of terror. Advice?
A: don't forget, the news puts news on the news even when there is no news. the bad stuff works better because it gets you to watch more. where as the real news you will reach you, even if you don't watch the news. for example if the entire world is on fire, your friend or brother will assuredly tell you