Men Talking Mindfulness

How the News is Hurting YOU - and What YOU Can Do About It!

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In this episode of Men Talking Mindfulness - the Season 6 Finale! - your hosts, retired Navy SEAL Commander Jon Macaskill, and renowned NYC Yoga Guru, Will Schneider, dive deep into the impact of news consumption on our mental, physical, and emotional health. They navigate the sea of information overload, discuss the ways excessive news can trigger stress responses, contribute to anxiety, depression, and even cause compassion fatigue. But it's not all doom and gloom; Jon and Will also provide actionable strategies for setting healthy boundaries with media, engaging in self-care, and harnessing the power of mindfulness to mitigate the effects of distressing news. Key discussions revolve around creating a balanced relationship with media, understanding the mechanics behind the news industry, and learning how to stay informed without feeling overwhelmed. Whether you're navigating the world of news for personal or professional reasons, this episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking to manage their media diet in a healthier, more mindful way. Remember, there's always room to breathe, grow, and learn in the world of Men Talking Mindfulness. Tune in and begin your journey towards a more balanced and mindful relationship with the media today. Time stamps are at bottom... //WHERE YOU CAN FIND US Text MINDFUL to 33777 to sign up for the MTM Newsletter Website - ⁠⁠http://mentalkingmindfulness.com  Listen on Spotify - ⁠⁠https://bit.ly/MTM-Podcast⁠⁠    Listen on Apple Podcast - ⁠⁠https://bit.ly/MTM_Apple_Podcast⁠⁠    Watch on YouTube - ⁠⁠https://youtube.com/@mentalkingmindfulness⁠⁠    Instagram - ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/mentalkingmindfulness⁠⁠    Follow Will - ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/willnotfear/⁠⁠    Follow Jon - ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonmacaskill⁠⁠    Join the MTM Facebook Group - ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/153173176744665⁠ Keywords: #Mindfulness, #MediaConsumption, #MentalHealth, #SelfCare, #InformationOverload, #StressManagement, #Anxiety, #Depression, #CompassionFatigue, #MenTalkingMindfulness, #NavySEAL, #YogaGuru. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mentalkingmindfulness/support