[nkrisc]

> The trick is not to read too many news, not having interest in politics, enjoying the weather and ignoring crappy people.

That only works for so long until the crappy things and people you've been ignoring have festered long enough that they start inserting themselves into your life and it's too late to stop them.

[ersii]

Have you actually tried to do this, though?

I'd say most places becomes a lot better if you stop engaging the mainstream news and politics, even Sweden seems quite sane after doing so. I've found it gives you time and energy to focus on your actual life surroundings.

[nkrisc]

I have no doubt that it would greatly improve your quality of life in the short term. The thing is, somebody's got to pay attention and stand vigil. If everyone ignores what's going on, it won't be long before some thugs are knocking on your door asking for papers or some other nonsense they already know you don't have.

There is plenty of bullshit to safely ignore. That doesn't mean it's a good idea to completely bury your head in the sand.