although I do choose to see situations as happening for me, not to me, being bombarded with depressing/scary/confusing/conflicting information damn near nonstop can easily break down "optimistic defenses". 

Let's be real, pretending everything is okay when it's really not isn't optimistic. It's sabotage [aka toxic positivity]. here's how to stop all the noise.

Related Episodes:

Be Thankful for Negative Shit: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0SXh8iE9BuOwUCqrb5ObLu?si=u8aex_LFQxy3E7cLEGQmxQ

The Fastest Way to End Suffering: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0UfElLM3kJ4HcUZzAIjMd2?si=otl7RPuPQFa5AZyYTYB9Og

Recommended Reading:

Living With Joy: https://bookshop.org/books/living-with-joy-keys-to-personal-power-spiritual-transformation/9781932073515?aid=20527&listref=personal-spiritual-development-cbc04339-31b1-46de-afe7-d4cd0556bd48

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