Navigating Stress, Anxiety and Burnout from Today's Political Climate

Wednesday, April 9, 2025

In today's world, the political climate can be a significant source of stress for many people. The constant stream of news, debates, and social media discussions can leave us feeling overwhelmed and exhausted. It's important to recognize when this stress is taking a toll and to find ways to manage it effectively.

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Unplugging from technology is the best way to reduce stress from our political climate. A break from technology can be very refreshing.

Here are some steps to help you unplug:

Set Boundaries:

Decide when and where you'll use technology and for what purposes. Create tech-free zones in your home, such as the bedroom or dining area.

Limit Screen Time:

Gradually reduce your screen time. Start by cutting back 10% each week until you reach a comfortable level.

Engage in Real-World Activities:

Fill your unplugged time with rewarding activities like reading, exercising, volunteering in the community or spending time in nature.

Mindfulness and Gratitude Practices:

Incorporate mindfulness and relaxation techniques into your daily routine to help manage stress.

We have several clients who wind down by watching the news in the morning and the evening before going to bed. However, they often end up feeling more anxious and worried! The news can be overstimulating and is designed to provoke emotional reactions. That's why it's important to unplug from technology, such as your TV.

This can be particularly challenging for seniors who are alone for most of the day. That's why companionship care, such as what we provide at Warm Embrace, is so effective. When you have a loved one in the early stages of dementia constantly watching TV and ruminating on the doom and gloom in the news, they become increasingly anxious, making it difficult for them to be redirected. With companionship care, our caregivers can engage your elderly loved one in activities that will get them off the news.

It doesn't always have to be on you to take the burden of caregiving. Family caregiving is already tiring enough, and with everything going on in the world, we're here, willing and ready to lighten your load.

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Lissette Mairena Wong at 11:43 AM

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