Why The World Is Kinder Than Media Shows

A note to young professionals.

The world is kinder than it appears.
Media does not accurately reflect reality, and often distorts it for its own ends.

Mass media wants to sell copy and, as such, has a bias to stories that create alarm, shock, fear or anger. Social media promotes self-image so it has a bias towards air-brushing reality.
Spend more time living, giving and creating, and less time consuming media.