Care Quote by Aaron Dessner
“In fact, after Donald Trump won, some of the relief of finishing record was to turn off all the politics for a while. There were some songs that had more of the political stuff that we just decided to wait on and put aside. A few weeks after the election, I stopped watching cable news and just unplugged. My way of dealing with the new situation we're in was to just work on something that I care about.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Post‑2020 US Election (2021)
After the election, the speaker coped by disengaging from politics, focusing on personal passions and creative work to manage stress.
In simple terms: He turned off politics and pursued personal interests for relief.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize personal well‑being over constant political noise.
Themes
self‑care
political fatigue
creativity
stress management
Mood
calm
reflective
determined
Type
practical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- Taking breaks from news
- engaging in hobbies
- mental health practices
Key Concepts
Coping strategies
media consumption habits
creative focus
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance staying informed and protecting mental health?
- What personal projects help you reset after stressful events?
A Different Perspective
Complete disengagement can lead to disengagement from civic responsibilities.
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