7 Steps for Dealing with Political Anxiety – Episode 496

About this episode

Ted discusses 7 practical steps to manage political anxiety and stay informed without fear.

There is a high level of political anxiety in our country. According the American Psychological Association, 77% of Americans cite the future of our country as a significant source of stress. The 24/7 news cycle, social media and extreme political polarization are major causes. Uncertainty, rapid and overwhelming change, and distressing current events can cause us to obsessively check our devices for news updates, keeping us stuck in an anxiety loop. However, we can be well informed and active without being paralyzed with fear. In this episode, Ted give 7 practical steps that will help you feel centered, grounded and safe while continuing to be well informed. If you are having trouble managing the overwhelming amount of information coming your way, listen or watch this episode. tedinyourhead.com

People in this episode

Host: Ted

Topics covered

• political anxiety
• mental health
• stress management
• news consumption
• self-help

Keywords

• political anxiety
• American Psychological Association
• news cycle
• social media
• extreme political polarization
• anxiety loop
• practical steps
• centered
• grounded
• well informed

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