It has been extremely warm the last few days, so I have taken this opportunity to let some fresh air into the house. What little snow that we had on the ground has turned into giant puddles. The ground is frozen, so the water does not seep into the ground. It just refreezes at night and thaws during the day. Mud season is early by months. We have a dismal snowpack level. We are not the only ones experiencing strange weather. From Alaska to Florida, the weather is off kilter in the US.
The whole world is off kilter in so many ways. It's disturbing and chaotic out there to say the least. Here are a few headlines that I wanted to share. I stuck to somewhat non-political headlines just because. I also tried to stay within our own borders.
Corporate profits near all-time highs, while wages near lows... Greed!
America's Cattle Herd Continues To Drop; New Record Low... More Inflation coming!
Store closings may accelerate as retailers face problems far beyond tariffs... Concerning!
Egg prices have shot up so much they are now being stolen! Crazy!
A Deadly form of H5N1 has spilled over into Nevada dairy cattle... Worrisome!
Chicken grown entirely in a lab hits shelves in 'world first'... Gross!
Drug gangs turn to 'death saint' for protection and human sacrifices... Sick!
Russian state media airs naked Melania images... Disrespectful!
We have absolutely no control over the things happening out there. However, we can pray. We can control our own actions and be examples to those around us. We need to be informed about issues, but not overly concerned by the things of this world. Doomscrolling is unhealthy!
- Excessive time spent scrolling through social media, news websites, or other online platforms
- Focus on negative or sensationalized content, such as disasters, tragedies, or conflicts
- Feeling anxious, depressed, or agitated after engaging in doomscrolling
- Difficulty stopping or limiting the behavior despite its negative effects
- Curiosity and a desire to stay informed
- Social media algorithms that promote sensational content
- Boredom or a lack of other activities
- Mental health conditions, such as anxiety or depression
- Set limits on your screen time.
- Avoid checking news or social media before bed.
- Follow positive and uplifting accounts.
- Engage in activities that promote relaxation and well-being, such as exercise, meditation, or spending time with loved ones.
- Seek professional help if doomscrolling is impacting your mental health significantly.
Stay safe and healthy,
Mrs. Smith
