Again scenes of violence are cycling in the news. Seemingly familiar places are turning into crime scenes. It’s not hard to see our local grocery store becoming the same as the grocery store in the news.
A Few Ways to Cope
Throughout life, we all experience many difficult and uncomfortable experiences and emotions. These days, it may feel like a tidal wave of stress, adversity, and uncertainty has hit us. There is no one way to cope; there are many. It is up to you to determine what you need and what you’ll do. The purpose of this writing exercise is to explore healthy coping strategies.
Defending Against Misinformation
Over the past year, people have been scared and confused about the COVID-19 pandemic, the 2020 Presidential Election, and more. Unfortunately, the media world hasn’t helped. The news has been filled with misinformation from social media, mainstream outlets, and even political and social figures. During a volatile time when people’s livelihoods and health are on the line, this phenomenon––unsurprisingly––has detrimental effects.
