Jan. 15, 2026

How Quitting the News Saved My Sanity (and Why You Might Want to Try It Too)

How Quitting the News Saved My Sanity (and Why You Might Want to Try It Too)
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After years of drowning in headlines, outrage, and “breaking news” pings, I finally unplugged—and discovered that peace, calm, and mental clarity are a lot more satisfying than doomscrolling. Here’s how quitting the news improved my mental health, lowered my stress, and helped me start living again.

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