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Feeling worry and fear about the climate crisis? You’re not alone. Instead of getting stuck in a sense of powerlessness, we’re supporting each other to transform our eco-anxieties into meaningful action grounded in courage and compassion.
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Lost and Found
I’m older now.
The grass begs for rain.
The sun, my old companion, frightens me. Beckoning fire and smoke.
There are days, weeks maybe, when I don’t hear the birds singing.
March 18th, 2020Let Me Out
Let me out.
Let me find the path outward
beyond myself and all the shiny objects
I once thought were treasures.
Let me out.
Out of the collected,
the calamity, the chaotic
the crying.
March 18th, 2020One Small Step
What is one thing you can do in this hour, day, or week that will give you a sense of delight + wonder? This exercise will help you find it.
February 20th, 2020
Latest Stories
Feeling Helpless? Start a Revolution
Kaitlin, like many of us in these uncertain times, was grappling at how she could be of service to humanity. This story of a simple and sweet gesture is an example that we do have capacity to start a revolution and stand together.
EAS Micro-Pod: Eric Holthaus
This five minute episode features Eric Holthaus, a writer, reporter, and father of two kids who is passionate about reshaping climate stories. In this short video, Eric tells us about how the climate conversation has shifted over the past five years to focus more on the emotional barriers to action. Eric explains how he makes sense of his personal call to action to shift perspectives, amplify others’ voices, and build from a foundation of love.
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Cake and Anxiety
Kristine submitted this story after overcoming extreme anxiety at a birthday party. This experience left her wanting to model change and is a great example for all the parents out there struggling with their own party plans.
Latest Resources
Eco-Anxiety Webinar Series
Join us for another Eco-Anxiety Webinar coming up April 2nd with our host, William Gagnon, and our guest host Erika Marzinotto.
March 31st, 2020Anxiety Tools for Uncertain Times
I never thought I’d say this, but today I feel fortunate to have spent many years developing a set of tools to handle my anxiety. So while the pandemic is now at the top of the list of things that cause me anxiety, I am able to meet it head on and navigate my feelings.
This doesn’t mean that I cruise through the day with a smile on my face. It means that I can quickly recognize when anxiety is creeping and take action before it escalates. For those experiencing these new emotions and physiological responses for the first time, I empathize and want to help. Here are my go-to techniques that have been in heavy use these past weeks.
March 18th, 2020Feeling Eco-Anxious? Quick Tips
Feeling eco-anxious? Here are some quick tips. Take a deep breath. Smile. Reach out to others. Remember: you’re not alone, you’re not powerless, you can start wherever you are.
February 19th, 2020
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Eco-anxiety can make us feel alone but no one can scale a challenge like the climate crisis by themselves. Our mission is to give people the courage, tools, and energy to connect with others and continue the climb together.
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