Avoiding Outrage Fatigue in Overwhelming Times

It’s almost impossible not to feel outraged these days. But
overexposure to information that makes us angry can wear us down.
Senior health and medicine editor Tanya Lewis joins host Rachel
Feltman to discuss how to combat outrage fatigue. Plus, we discuss
a surprising finding about outrage and the spread of
misinformation. Recommended reading: –Read Tanya Lewis’s full story
on outrage fatigue –Listen for tips on converting cynicism into
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hosted by Rachel Feltman with guest Tanya Lewis. Our show is edited
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