40. From Overwhelmed to Empowered: A Healthier Approach to Staying Informed

How to Stay Informed, Engaged & Sane in a World That Feels Like a Dumpster Fire


If you’ve ever felt like staying informed means signing up for constant anxiety, you’re not alone. In today’s world, it’s easy to go from "I just want to know what’s happening" to "I need to lie down in a dark room for a week." But what if there was a better way?


In this episode, we’re talking about how to stay engaged without spiraling into stress and overwhelm. Because let’s be real—tuning out completely isn’t an option for those of us who care about making a difference. But neither is burnout.


In this conversation, we cover:
💡 The biggest mistakes people make when trying to stay informed
💡 How to engage with the news without drowning in negativity
💡 Simple mindset shifts that help you balance awareness with well-being
💡 Practical strategies to protect your energy while staying connected


The world needs thoughtful, engaged, and sane people—so let’s talk about how to be one.


💬 Join the conversation! What’s your approach to staying informed without burning out? Let’s chat over on IG or TT - or use the comment section on NWN Website (links below)


🎧 Hit play now and take control of your news consumption—without letting it control you!


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Hey, I'm Debbie...

I host the New World Normal podcast and write Breaking Normal... both dedicated to calling BS on the ‘rules’ that keep us stuck and burned out. Around here, we don’t do hustle-worship or cookie-cutter self-help. Instead, you’ll find practical tools, bold conversations, and a whole lot of permission to design life on your own terms. As a coach, I help values-driven rebels ditch the ‘shoulds,’ align with what actually matters, and build lives they can’t wait to wake up to. Beyond the mic and the keyboard, I’m a mom to two grown kids, proud dog rescuer, nature-lover, and live music chaser. And I believe this deeply: we don’t thrive alone... we thrive in community.

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