A simple way to feel better
Watermelon Sour Patch Kids.
I shouldn’t have them in the house. They aren’t good for me and as soon as the bag is open, my self control goes out the window.
You probably have a certain food, candy, or treat that you feel similarly powerless against.
But have you ever applied that same logic to the information you consume?
Take a moment to think about what you watch, read, or listen to on a daily basis.
For example, let’s say you start your morning by opening the New York Times app on your phone because you want to stay informed on what’s going on in the world.
How many seconds does it take on average before you come across something that you find personally infuriating? Before you’ve even gotten out of bed, you’re starting your day feeling worried, agitated, and annoyed.
To be clear, I’m not saying you shouldn’t stay informed. Rather, I’m suggesting you take a more proactive approach to the information you choose to consume on a daily basis.
That’s what conscious consumption is all about.
You can start by asking yourself questions like…
Does consuming this typically make me feel better or worse?
Do I need to limit my exposure here or would opting out be a better choice?
What can I consume that will leave me feeling better rather than worse?
The path to more conscious consumption starts with a big dose of self-awareness.
Rather than relying on algorithms to dictate everything that you consume, you can regain control by becoming more intentional around what you consume and how it makes you feel.
In other words…
Don’t let the watermelon Sour Patch Kids win.
Everyone can benefit from practicing more conscious consumption.