How to do it:

Watch the people in your feed, and add voices that give you reliable, rational information. Some feeds are great 90% of the time, but panic periodically — think through whether the balance works for you. Build a knowledge ecosystem that keeps you informed without panic. Here are three of my go-to’s.

Heather Cox Richardson needs no introduction. Follow her writing for near-daily write-ups that put current events in historic context while summarizing the day well. Tune in to her video for uplifting and encouraging exchanges.

Rebecca Solnit is a reliable source of encouragement and hope. She writes from an environmental and progressive perspective, focused on big picture human issues.

Jay Kuo has a background in legal analysis and entertainment. He is a good source for posts that are realistic but rational. He generally has a positive viewpoint, but sometimes shows his own fears. He is a go-to for everyday explanations of legal topics.