Those close to Obama note that he finds solace in avoiding the bombardment of news coverage, especially as a new political duel unfolds between Vice President Kamala Harris and former president Donald Trump. This ongoing political confrontation could have implications for Obama's own legacy.

During the early spring, Obama lightheartedly shared with some allies that his blood pressure was improving, attributing the positive change to his reduced consumption of cable news. This revelation came after Obama spent a considerable portion of the prior two years fretting over the potential return of Trump to the White House.

According to several individuals familiar with his remarks, who requested anonymity to discuss private conversations, Obama’s improved state of mind stems from this significant lifestyle adjustment. By tuning out the relentless news cycle, he has managed to find a sense of calm and perspective amid the political turbulence.