I am having the opposite problem... I can't put this in an intellectual box. I am emotionally overwhelmed by it. So upset that I am constantly tearing up...
My husband is urging me to turn off the TV, and listen to a book, because he is worried about my inability to process this tragedy. I may have to do that.
I am disgusted by Shep. And, for the first time, I am disappointed in Fox news' coverage. They have messed up big time, in my book.
Turn on CNN. They are doing a much better job.
I haven't said anything previously because I know a lot of people like Shep Smith, but he's a party boy and his reporting from New Orleans reflects that.
If freepers knew the information would be worse today, he should have known and not kept saying "we dodged a bullet".
No one knew about the levees breaking, but he was obviously unprepared and not knowledgeable about how the aftermath of a storm is always worse over time.
Quote: I am disgusted by Shep. And, for the first time, I am disappointed in Fox news' coverage. They have messed up big time, in my book.
Hate to say it but CNN usually has much better coverage on thee type of events.
Common reaction. You have to take care of you, first. Can't help other's unless you are in position to do so. If that means taking an hour off, so be it. If it means a day off, so be it. Disaster relief is just as stressful as living through the disaster itself. You have a feel for where your limits are, and you should respect those inner voices.
Do what you can, take a break, and then come back for another round. After a while, you'll establish a rhythm.
You're not alone.