Every day the news is filled with negativity. We've developed into a society where 'newsworthy' generally means the big, the bad, and the ugly...anything that will shock the audience. Unfortunately, the more we see these stories, the less we get shocked by them and the worse they have to become to have the same effect.
So, what's the big deal? Well, if every morning over coffee, every afternoon at the water cooler, and every evening before bed our world focuses on negative events, we are bound to feel crummy. This negative news paints an unrealistic picture that doesn't reflect reality. The reality is this: the world is full of good news! Inspirational people, small acts of kindness, creativity, love, and happiness. If we shift our focus to proportionately include and value these stories, what impact could this have? Let's find out.
