Guide
How to stay informed without getting overwhelmed
Being informed is not the same as reading everything. Here is how to keep the signal and drop the noise.
By Sheila, maker of Clara · Updated Oct 24, 2026 · 2 min read
1.Turn off breaking-news alerts
Most alerts are not urgent for you. Keep alerts only for the few things that truly need you the same day.
2.Check in once, on purpose
Choose one time a day to catch up. Outside that window, news can wait.
3.Replace feeds with a short list
Endless feeds are built to keep you scrolling. A short, finite brief ends, so you can stop.
4.Follow changes, not opinions
Read what actually happened. Skip most takes and arguments about it unless they help you decide something.
5.Give yourself permission to miss things
If a story really matters, it will come back. You do not have to be first to everything.
Let Clara filter for you
Clara checks top outlets every few minutes so you do not have to. When something lands that you'd want to know, she texts you. Everything else she lets go. A quiet day stays quiet.
Common questions
How do I stop doomscrolling the news?
Replace open-ended feeds with a short, finite source you check once a day, and turn off most alerts. A brief that ends gives you permission to stop, which an endless feed never does.
Is it OK to not follow the news every day?
Yes. Most news does not change your day. Following the few topics that touch your life, and trusting that truly big stories will reach you, keeps you informed without the stress.
What is Clara?
Clara is an AI news friend you text on iMessage. She follows the world for you: one morning text on everything you'd want to hear about, a text during the day only when something important lands, and the industries and companies you choose. You can text her back about anything.
How much does Clara cost?
Your first week is free. After that Clara is a paid subscription, and the current price is shown before the trial starts. You can stop any time by texting her.
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