Ursula Graetz

  It’s so easy to get caught up in the trap of negative energy that lingers in the world today and whether we realize it or not, we often add to it. There are uncountable negativity traps such as load shedding, fuel hikes, violence, discrimination, corruption, and even war. So much negativity exists, and it takes  intentional  effort to safeguard ourselves from being tossed to and fro in its emotional riptide. Even keeping abreast of the news affects us. However, I believe we need to stay informed. So how then do we protect ourselves from the emotional effects of negativity around us? How can we be protected when we face, see, read or hear negative news? Yet, we must. It’s vital that we protect ourselves emotionally. If we don’t, it’s like a fireman running into a burning building without wearing protective gear. Don’t be fooled. The news does affect us on an energetic level, sometimes so subtly that we might not even realize it, but at other times, it can affect us so harshly th