Communication professor George Gerber created the term “mean world syndrome.” Mean world syndrome is a phenomenon in which violent mass media content makes people think that the world is more dangerous than it really is. As I scroll through my Facebook feed, I see numerous posts about the Orlando tragedy, Brock Turner, articles about a terrorist who took the lives of four civilians in Israel, and more personally, reactions to one of my campers who died suddenly and prematurely. I find I have to convince myself that these anecdotes are anomalies, that the world isn’t as mean as it seems, and that the way these stories are glorified, fetishized, and prioritized over uplifting news, is what deceives me.

As I stare at my computer screen, I can’t help but think that I can’t name one good piece of information I read while scrolling through my Facebook feed. For those who might be struggling with remembering that there are good things in this world, check out some positive media published recently.

1. The Huffington Post has their own Good News page

For the business person, check out HuffPost Good news here. You can also follow HuffPost Good News on Twitter for a quick and easy media outlet.

2. Reddit has a feed for up lifting news

If you want to continue getting your news and entertainment from a familiar site, check out this link for a whole feed of positive and uplifting news.

3. In need of a note from the Universe letting you know everything is OK?

Sign up for daily emails with inspiring quotes personalized to you from “the Universe.” Sign up here.

4. Did you know there is a website created for just good news?

The Good News Network post only positive events. When you are feeling down, visit this site for some inspiration.

5. There is also a site for inspiration

We all need a little inspiration in our life. Daily Good allows you to look at articles based on how popular, inspiring, fascinating, courageous, and hopeful they are.

If all else fails and you still find yourself only reading about horrible and depressing news, close your computer, turn off the television, and get outside with your friends and family. The best news is the kind you create yourself with the people you love.