News Overload and the Brain's Ancient Alarm

Feeling overwhelmed by the news? You’re not alone—69% of Canadians and 40% globally are tuning it out, thanks to its emotional toll and constant barrage. Our ancient brains still react to bad news like a threat, triggering physical stress before we even think. But ignoring it isn’t the answer—misinformation adds to the stress. The fix? Be intentional: set news-checking times, seek deeper reporting, and reclaim your mental space. Your brain can adapt—just don’t drown in the scroll. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/4e31804e9234e9c8