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I’m using this space to share how I’ve coped with COVID-19. Yes, I’m aware that what you read here may not apply to you, that you may already be utilizing these techniques, or you disagree with them. Whatever your stance, this is meant to be a helpful article that to promote an active, respectful, and engaging discussion.
32 MODERN MISSISSAUGA | SUMMER 2020
VERIFY THE INFORMATION YOU CONSUME I started with this as with the internet enabling anyone to have a platform, it also enables the potential for widespread misinformation. My rule is to verify everything before sharing it. With massive advancements in video editing software and the ability to shift the narrative by publishing selective information, sensationalism is sadly at risk of a continuously upward trajectory. One of my go-to resources is snopes.com as they’ve been in the fact-checking game for nearly 30 years. If it’s something on a local level, reach out to either myself or the City of Mississauga for accurate verification. If it’s on a larger scale, invest the time to check with various news sources from large, medium, to independent. Take the time to ensure what you consume is truthful as the whirlwind of published/posted lies isn’t slowing down. Even though the news/information that you consume can appear to be nearly unbelievable, amplifying it makes it worse.