Annie
Annie

I really like @tracydurnell’s rules for where reading attention goes:

1: Choose what to read based on my interest, not “to be an informed person”
2: Be skeptical of titles that invoke fear; be wary of articles framed to make me feel superior to others
3: Prioritize information that will directly impact my life or community; pay less attention to news outside my control

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thisness
thisness

@Annie Yes, yes and yes. Particularly 3. “pay less attention to news outside my control” resonates very strongly.

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alexwolfe
alexwolfe

@Annie Three really good rules of thumb. Couldn't agree more. Like wasting time on overhyped books.

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Annie
Annie

@alexwolfe @thisness @seadave This whole article from Tracy is excellent, lots of great points and insights plus practical ways to apply the rules above

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alexwolfe
alexwolfe

@Annie Just bookmarked it now. Will go grab a brew and have a read. Thanks for sharing it with us. And I really need to bookmark Tracy's blog.

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tracydurnell
tracydurnell

@Annie 😊

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thisness
thisness

@drwalt So true

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Moondeer
Moondeer

@Annie I think I am on board with these three. I am working towards removing myself from the internet entirely.

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Moondeer
Moondeer

@Annie @Moondeer some additional ballast

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moonmehta
moonmehta

@Annie Love these.

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Annie
Annie

@Moondeer I've considered doing the same myself from time to time

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