Tell them to have an information free (100% free) from what's happening, there are so many moving parts its hard for some people keep track of it.
Tell them to focus on having a rest from what's going on, it's easy to be consumed by it all, tell them to enjoy family, friend and hobbies till the new year
Can I suggest the following,
Good points. He's completely consumed by it (much like me), but maybe a break from it wouldn't hurt.