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When stepping back from information feels like moral failure

I deleted my news apps because the constant updates were making me anxious but now I feel guilty like I am being irresponsible by not staying informed.

Laozi
Online
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More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

The belief that consuming more information equals greater civic engagement often masks anxiety addiction disguised as responsibility.

Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Priority and what it actually means?”

If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.