those are just sides of the same coin. you choose which reality suits you. one of your main brain functions is meaning making. and another one is to spot the exceptional (see the threat or opportunity) - this is what the media feeds you. deception which allows for daring moves. if you go where they tell you to go don't be surprised if you will be where they told you to be. this is a real dream which you can control just like your dream dreams. it's a magical show. enjoy it or do it. you have to pay either way
you are right about the reality of the intimate world - it makes the world spinning (battery for the matrix - if you choose to consume what they feed you)
choose wisely
live free
and check your browser history to know better why are those headlines popping up in your newsfeed :)