I couldn’t sleep at all last night.
A racing mind.
A pounding heart.Not understanding why.
Then it registered in neon hues;
It’s because I watched the news.
I couldn’t go outside today.
The scary sounds.
The people too.
Such dangers are out there.
Protected barriers you would choose;
If you only watched the news.
I wouldn’t let my neighbor in.
Potential thief?
A terrorist?
He doesn't look like me.
I’m aware of all that I could lose;
Because I watch the news.
I hoarded all the town’s supplies.
No food.
No gas.
How would I survive?
Now don’t you even dare accuse;
As you should have watched the news.
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This is so relatable you have no idea.
There’s someone in my life who preaches the news – I however, don’t.
It’s incomparable how much more positive your life becomes when you turn off the news.
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Thank you. I think I know that person… :-). Definitely better off getting the news in small doses and preferably through reputable written content.
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That’s a much better alternative for sure
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