Our Downward Spiral: How A Culture Of Outrage Defines And Divides Us

By Jacob Hollabaugh

Have you had enough of the constant political outrage? Discover the origins of American sensationalism and how to become a positive force for change. Is your social media feed crowded with angry rants? Does rational debate seem impossible across a deepening party divide? Jacob Hollabaugh is a political newcomer and an advocate for inter-party collaboration. His ideas may be just what we need to heal a divided nation. In Our Downward Spiral: How a Culture of Outrage Defines and Divides Us, Hollabaugh traces the emergence of polarizing rhetoric in our entertainment-obsessed culture. To counter our insatiable appetite for scandal, Hollabaugh's book contains actionable steps for approaching ideologically-charged situations with a measured perspective. By using the book's easy-to-follow methods, you'll become a better-informed, better-engaged citizen. In Our Downward Spiral, you'll discover: - How to self assess your isolated media bubble and the impact of confirmation bias- Steps you can take to scrutinize sources for a well-rounded understanding of the issues- A better comprehension of how the media works and the power of its viewers- How to identify unnecessary debate themes and how to better prioritize meaningful discussions- How to encourage civil communication between individuals on both sides of the political aisleHollabaugh's level-headed guidebook is your source for making sense of these tumultuous times in the search of a middle ground. If you like examining social and political trends, journeys of self-discovery, and actionable plans for peaceful solutions, then you'll love Jacob Hollabaugh's empowering guide.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1522076204
• ISBN13: 9781522076209
• Release Date: September 2017
• Publisher: Independently published
• Length: 245 Pages
• Weight: 0.84 lbs.
• Dimensions: 8.5" x 0.6" x 5.5"