Podcasts about eco-anxiety

Text us, We would love to her from YOU!What if one spark, your spark, could ignite a revolution of hope, joy, and real change? Join Dr. Sandra Marie on Happy Hour for the Spiritually Curious as she welcomes Julie Wignall, award-winning author of The Extraordinary Power of Fireflies and global voice for soulful activism. In this expansive, deeply moving conversation, Julie shares how to transcend fear, rediscover your joy, and create grassroots transformation in a chaotic world.From boardrooms to landfills, deserts to refugee kitchens, Julie reveals how ordinary people, her “Fireflies”, are lighting up the world with courage, creativity, and authenticity. She weaves soul, science, and story together to show how every one of us can reclaim purpose and build a future rooted in empathy, connection, and inspired action.Whether you're overwhelmed by the state of the world or fired up to make a difference, this episode is your spark.Highlights Include:Turning eco-anxiety into empowered stewardshipWhat ancient firefly habitats teach us about inner lightWhy grassroots joy is more powerful than rageHow to unlearn societal conditioning and rediscover your truthThe quantum science behind thoughts as creative forcesBuilding a global community of light workers and everyday heroesWhy now is not the time to wait, it's go time.

Text us, We would love to her from YOU!What if one spark, your spark, could ignite a revolution of hope, joy, and real change? Join Dr. Sandra Marie on Happy Hour for the Spiritually Curious as she welcomes Julie Wignall, award-winning author of The Extraordinary Power of Fireflies and global voice for soulful activism. In this expansive, deeply moving conversation, Julie shares how to transcend fear, rediscover your joy, and create grassroots transformation in a chaotic world.From boardrooms to landfills, deserts to refugee kitchens, Julie reveals how ordinary people, her “Fireflies”, are lighting up the world with courage, creativity, and authenticity. She weaves soul, science, and story together to show how every one of us can reclaim purpose and build a future rooted in empathy, connection, and inspired action.Whether you're overwhelmed by the state of the world or fired up to make a difference, this episode is your spark.Highlights Include:Turning eco-anxiety into empowered stewardshipWhat ancient firefly habitats teach us about inner lightWhy grassroots joy is more powerful than rageHow to unlearn societal conditioning and rediscover your truthThe quantum science behind thoughts as creative forcesBuilding a global community of light workers and everyday heroesWhy now is not the time to wait, it's go time.

Send us a textWelcome to the first ever climate month series on Progressive Pockets. As we dive into this series, let's start by acknowledging a feeling many of us are having right now. According to the American Psychological Association, a staggering two-thirds of us are experiencing climate anxiety.In today's episode, let's explore practical strategies for reframing our approach to climate change. Let's talk about how to shift from despair to action, and how to maintain the energy and resilience needed for the long haul. Whether it's rethinking our personal habits or advocating for systemic change, this episode covers it all.But what do you think? What topics do you think are essential to tackle during this series? Let me know, and I'll do my best to address them. You can find all the details on how to get in touch below.Links from today's episode:Majority of US Adults Believe Climate Change Is Most Important Issue Today | American Psychological Association February 2020https://www.apa.org/news/press/releases/2020/02/climate-change Climate anxiety, coping strategies and planning for the future in environmental degree students in the UK | Frontiers in Psychology July 2023https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10409990/ “What if We Get it Right” by Dr. Ayana Elizabeth Johnsonhttps://www.getitright.earth/ ICYMI another episode you might enjoy:Episode#167 Self Care for Times Like TheseLove the book recos on this show? Check out the Progressive Pockets Bookshelf:https://bookshop.org/shop/progressivepockets As an affiliate of Bookshop.org, Progressive Pockets will earn a commission if you make a purchase.Connect With Genet “GG” Gimja:Website https://www.progressivepockets.comTwitter https://twitter.com/prgrssvpckts Work With Me:Email progressivepockets@gmail.com for brand partnerships, business inquiries, and speaking engagements.Easy Ways to Support the Show1. Send this episode to someone you know! Word of mouth is how podcasts grow!2. Buy me a coffee (or a soundproof panel!) https://buymeacoffee.com/progressivepockets 3. Leave a 5 star rating and review for the show!//NO AI TRAINING: Any use of this podcast episode transcript or associated show notes or blog posts to “train” generative artificial intelligence (AI) technologies to generate text is expressly prohibited. This includes, without limitation, technologies that are capable of generating works in the same style or genre as this content. The author reserves all rights to license uses of this work for generative AI training and development of machine learning language models//Support the show

We have it in us to create a more beautiful, regenerative future that allows both humans and nonhumans to flourish. Dr. Sarah Bexell, professor of social work and co-founder of the Center for a Regenerative Future at the University of Denver, joins us. Highlights of our conversation include: Why captive breeding programs for endangered species are both cruel and ineffective; How the mental health of both conservation professionals and animal rights activists is deeply impacted by the ongoing suffering of both wild animals and farmed animals; How ongoing ecological destruction is causing eco-anxiety and eco-distress in students and some of the more effective classroom approaches to address it; How environmental justice differs from ecological justice and why we need to address both if we hope to create a more just, regenerative future; How Sarah helps students become aware of the role that human overpopulation plays in humanity's ecological overshoot and helps make the classroom a comfortable place to discuss it.  See episode website for show notes, links, and transcript:  https://www.populationbalance.org/podcast/sarah-bexell   OVERSHOOT | Shrink Toward Abundance OVERSHOOT tackles today's interlocked social and ecological crises driven by humanity's excessive population and consumption. The podcast explores needed narrative, behavioral, and system shifts for recreating human life in balance with all life on Earth. With expert guests from wide-ranging disciplines, we examine the forces underlying overshoot: from patriarchal pronatalism that is fueling overpopulation, to growth-biased economic systems that lead to consumerism and social injustice, to the dominant worldview of human supremacy that subjugates animals and nature. Our vision of shrinking toward abundance inspires us to seek pathways of transformation that go beyond technological fixes toward a new humanity that honors our interconnectedness with all beings.  Hosted by Nandita Bajaj and Alan Ware. Brought to you by Population Balance. Learn more at populationbalance.org 

Climate change and the anxiety children may experience learning about it, is a challenging topic. Leslie Davenport is a climate psychology educator and therapist. She has just written What to Do When Climate Change Scares You: A Kid's Guide to Dealing with Climate Change Stress for ages 6-11. For tweens and up she had previously published All The Feelings Under the Sun: How To Deal Climate Change. In this podcast, Leslie Davenport explores some the complex issues around climate change, how we maintain hope in the face of some very serious facts, and how we can help children struggling with this issue.  For more information about Leslie Davenport https://lesliedavenport.com/  

Feeling stuck in a cycle of eco anxiety? You're not alone!  We love this tip from Dr Kate Luckins to help you counter those eco worries and turn them into positive action. We hope you love it too! Tune in and discover how to manage your eco anxiety and stay hopeful.  LINKS Check out Live More With Less by Dr Kate Luckins Follow @novapodcastsofficial on Instagram CREDITS Host: Casey Donovan @caseydonovan88 Writer: Amy Molloy @amymolloy Producer: Adair SheppardEditor: Adrian Walton  Listen to more great podcasts at novapodcasts.com.au   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

“For me, dismantling the fossil fuel industry is a form of mental healthcare” – Tori Tsui  This week on Cocktails & Capitalism, I speak with the UK-based climate justice activist, researcher, speaker, and writer Tori Tsui. We discuss the relationship between mental health and the climate crisis, breaking down some of the core concepts that are illuminated in Tori's recent book, It's Not Just You: How to Navigate Eco-Anxiety and the Climate Crisis.The episode explores common misperceptions about eco-anxiety, the Eurocentric nature of the concept, and why it's so problematic to call eco-anxiety a mental illness. Calls to Action:-Follow Tori Tsui on Instagram and Twitter-Read Tori Tsui's book Its Not Just You: How to Navigate Eco-Anxiety and the Climate Crisis which can be purchased here.-Support the StopRosebank campaign to halt the development of the largest undeveloped oil field in the North Sea. StopCambo LinkTree. StopCombo.org-Follow  @stopcambo on IGIt's Not Just You Cocktail 45ml  Three Spirit Livener NA Spirit 45ml  Blood Orange juice22ml   Lime Juice22ml   Rose Tea Syrup1 dash Rose water (optional)60ml  Sparkling Mineral WaterCombine all ingredients except sparkling water in a mixing tin and shake with cubed ice until diluted and chilled. Add sparkling water to the mixing tin and strain into a Collins glass filled with cubed ice and rimmed with salt. Garnish with a grapefruit slice and a rose petal.Support the showCocktails & Capitalism is an anticapitalist labor of love, but we could use your help to make this project sustainable. If you can support with even a dollar a month, that would really help us continue to educate, agitate, and amplify the voices of those who are working to dismantle capitalism and create a better world. https://www.patreon.com/cocktailsandcapitalismFollow us on Instagram and TwitterSome episodes on YouTube. Please like & subscribeThis show is sponsored by Beautiful Trouble — an international network of organizers, artists, and trainers working to equip grassroots movements with the tools to become more creative, effective, and irresistible.

This week's episode is about climate and eco-anxiety. The teens discuss their grief about the climate emergency and other environmental crises. They then talk about transforming their feelings into shared action.  Thank you to UNICEF USA and Anya Kamenetz. Look out for a future episode about young climate innovators and their inspiring solutions.

This week we are time-traveling back to Episode 55 where we talked all about Forest Bathing with Daillen Culver, a compassionate well-being educator, nonprofit director, and yoga teacher. Join us as we explore compassion fatigue, the profound impacts of eco-anxiety and climate distress, and the transformative power of forest bathing (Shinrin-yoku). Daillen offers valuable insights into the emotional toll of these issues and shares practical techniques to navigate and mitigate the overwhelming feelings they can evoke.Daillen delves into the benefits of immersing oneself in the natural environment, emphasizing how forest bathing can foster a profound sense of rejuvenation, peace, and harmony within and with the natural world.Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of burnout, compassion fatigue, eco-anxiety, climate distress, and the transformative practice of forest bathing. Support the showJoin the ~*Dream Team*~ to support the podcast!Follow @howthewiseonegrows and @hollyzajur on Instagram for more and check out more offerings online.Episode sponsored by Connect Wellness. Connect Wellness empowers people with tools to connect with themselves, others, and the present moment.Be wise-- sign up to be the first to know what's next!

Rebecca Weston, LCSW and JD is a metro-New York psychotherapist and co-president of the Climate Psychology Alliance of North America. She supports climate-aware mental health practitioners and professionals on the front lines of climate work. She's also written multiple pieces and spoken on the mental health impacts of the climate crisis, and how other systems of inequity affect climate mental issues. Resources from this episode:What is climate psychology?Visit Rebecca Weston's website.Learn more about the work of Climate Psychology Alliance of North AmericaFind more information on Climate Cafes.Watch Renee Lertzman's TED Talk.Read more of Renee Lertzman's work. For those dealing with burnout, Weston recommends reading the work of Rebecca Solnit. Read the Newsweek piece that Weston co-authored on “climate silence.” Check out EDF's Green Jobs Hub.Related episodes:Yes, you can turn your climate anxiety into meaningful actionHow to green any job with Project Drawdown's Jamie Beck AlexanderHow a psychology major is on the frontlines of decarbonizing a global industry***

We continue our season focusing on belonging by talking about places and spaces. What kinds of stories do you tell about the places of your past that made you who you are? How do you tell that story when that place has been destroyed by the effects of climate change?  dream hampton is an independent filmmaker who recently released a nine-minute short film called Freshwater. Prior to this project, hampton had worked on three long-form projects, including the widely recognized Surviving R. Kelly docuseries. Dealing with studios and facing creative limitations took a toll on dream, prompting a search for a creative project that could heal. In collaboration with her friend Invincible, dream embarked on a film project exploring flooded basements as a metaphor for memory, the effects of climate change, and the changing demographics of her hometown, Detroit. Freshwater was shot over all four seasons with a small crew of three or four people.  My conversation with dream includes thoughts around migration and climate refugees. Why aren't we doing a better job of responding to those who have left homes that have been made uninhabitable due to climate catastrophe? We also talk about ways that urban planning and surveillance have contributed to why our places are so poorly equipped to withstand the many challenges we're facing, whether it's fire or too much water. Through her story of loss, dream invites us all to reflect with her on how we might respond to this moment when, as she so aptly puts it, nature is talking to us. As storytellers, are we listening? How will we shape our stories to meet this moment?Guest info and other notables from the episode:dream hampton's WebsiteWatch the film FreshwaterInvincibleSterling TolesBelle Isle Here's how you can donate to Maui fire victimsBuy me a coffee!Leave me a voicemail to share on the show!Follow Me:●      My Instagram ●      My LinkedIn●      Art Heals All Wounds Website●      Art Heals All Wounds Instagram●      Art Heals All Wounds Facebook●      Art Heals All Wounds Newsletter

15 September 2023What Happens Next?Can Art Help Our Climate Anxiety? | 85 New this season: Subscribe to Monash's YouTube channel to watch the video version of each full episode. In the third episode of our exploration of climate anxiety, host Dr Susan Carland explores the shared experience of climate anxiety and how art can be used to reach the core of human emotions. Our expert guests create and study music and fiction that can evoke empathy and foster a sense of community among audiences who may be grappling with climate anxiety. Dr Anna McMichael and Dr Louise Devenish, from Monash University's Sir Zelman Cowan School of Music and Performing Arts, introduce “Climate Notes”. This unique project combines letters from climate scientists and ordinary people, which discuss how climate change makes them feel, with original musical compositions. These “musical letters” provide a moving outlet for expressing the emotional and psychological impacts of climate change. The episode also features literary scholar Professor Adeline Johns-Putra, head of the School of Arts and Social Sciences at Monash University Malaysia, who specialises in climate fiction, or “cli-fi.” Climate fiction includes novels, stories, and films that grapple with the impact of climate change on our world. These narratives can serve as a powerful tool for processing the emotional toll of climate anxiety, offering readers a chance to explore various perspectives on climate change and its consequences, fostering empathy and awareness. Don't miss a moment of Season 8 of “What Happens Next?” – subscribe now on your favourite podcast app. Already a subscriber? You can help other listeners find the show by giving “What Happens Next?” a rating and review. A full transcript of this episode is available on Monash Lens. Learn more: “What Happens Next?”: The Impact of Art Hitting the right notes on climate change  Devastatingly low Antarctic sea ice may be the 'new abnormal', study warns Adeline Johns-Putra re-imagines our future with cli-fi - Alumni  “What Happens Next?” will be back next week with an all-new topic. If you're enjoying the show, don't forget to subscribe, or rate or review “What Happens Next?” to help listeners like yourself discover it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1.9.23What Happens Next?Why Are We So Anxious About Earth? | 83 New this season: Subscribe to Monash's YouTube channel to watch full episodes. The world's heating up, and so is our anxiety. Climate anxiety, or eco-anxiety, is an unprecedented and growing mental health crisis. How do we wrestle with a planet-sized problem? This week, host Dr Susan Carland begins a three-part exploration of climate anxiety. She's joined by Climate Council CEO Amanda McKenzie, who defines climate anxiety as a rational concern about our future – or the lack of one. Monash University's Dr Rhonda Garad has found that climate anxiety's impact on young people is especially pronounced, leading them to make major life decisions early. Dr Susie Ho, a regular attendee of the UN's Conference of the Parties, is concerned about young people's avenues for advocacy. She discusses their feelings of powerlessness and anger stemming from the lack of effective action, which has led to a surge in climate activism. Although there are parallels between previous global existential threats and the dangers of climate change, Professor Alan Reid believes climate anxiety is distinct due to its long-term nature and lack of government and corporate action. These entities play a significant role in addressing climate anxiety. Unfortunately, as Australian Conservation Foundation CEO Kelly O'Shanassy points out, they've failed to address the challenge, exacerbating our fears. A full transcript of this episode is available on Monash Lens. Learn more: Mini-documentary: “Climate change education: Learning our way out of a crisis” Eco-anxiety and climate change through the eyes of the next generation Climate change: Collective action counters government inaction “What Happens Next?” will be back next week with part two of this series, ‘How Can We Conquer Climate Anxiety?'. Enjoying the show? Don't forget to subscribe, rate and review “What Happens Next?” to help listeners like yourself discover it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We welcome back Dr. Jenny Tufenkian, ND, to chat about Eco-Anxiety, especially our reaction to rapid changes like wildfire smoke.Eco-anxiety seems self-explanatory, yet that was a word I was unfamiliar with until I read Dr. Jenny's recent newsletter where she, to quote her, said, “My PTSD got triggered this weekend. [wildfire smoke] I realized my subconscious mind went down the ‘uh-oh' it's back ...” and as she shared with us had to implement her own tips and tools to keep from 'awfulizing' it!Environmental crises can trigger powerful emotions and physical stressors, even when we are far away and safe. Dr. Jenny shares ways to cope and create resilience, plus • Practical tips to reduce your exposure to environmental toxins,• How to overcome the feeling of helplessness and take positive action, • Helpful ways to calm your nervous system when you're caught off guard,• The impact of smoke on physical and mental health plus so much more...More about our Guest: Dr. Jenny Tufenkian, lovingly called 'Dr. Jenny' by her clients, is a licensed Naturopathic Physician with over two decades of experience. She combines her own recovery from Chronic Fatigue with a functional medical approach, including deep subconscious work, to facilitate powerful shifts in her patients' physical and energetic bodies and has developed a unique system that identifies and addresses five core energy drainers that cause Chronic Fatigue. Patients and practitioners can access her unique system through both online and in-person programs.As a successful private practitioner and adjunct clinical faculty member, Dr. Jenny lectures to the public, health professionals, and corporations after receiving her training and residency at the National University of Natural Medicine. She enjoys the outdoors and spending time with family in her free time. Learn more at https://enjoyfullhealth.com/ and whttps://drjennytufenkian.com/Share this link with family and friends: https://understandingautoimmune.com/DrJenny-2023* The information provided on the Autoimmune Hour, Understanding Autoimmune, Life Interrupted Radio, and their associated websites and social media is for educational purposes only. The content is based on experience and should not be used for legal, diagnostic, or treatment purposes.©Sharon Sayler and Competitive Edge Communications

True Mental Health Is Feeling Appropriately Anxious At The State Of Our Planet: Reflections On How The Coming Pandemic Of Climate Anxiety Is True Sanity Join us in this enlightening discussion with environmental philosopher Rupert Read as he unpacks the complexities surrounding climate change, the future of our planet, and the anxiety that stems from it. Reflecting on the interconnectedness of true mental health and appropriate concern for our environment, Rupert argues that the impending 'climate anxiety pandemic' is a sign of true sanity. Explore the need for societal adaptation, the role of activism, and ways to build local resilience. Prepare to be challenged and inspired. Disclaimer:Medical and Health information changes constantly. Therefore, the information provided in this podcast should not be considered current, complete, or exhaustive. Reliance on any information provided in this podcast is solely at your own risk. The Real Truth About Health does not recommend or endorse any specific tests, products, procedures, or opinions referenced in the following podcasts, nor does it exercise any authority or editorial control over that material. The Real Truth About Health provides a forum for discussion of public health issues. The views and opinions of our panelists do not necessarily reflect those of The Real Truth About Health and are provided by those panelists in their individual capacities. The Real Truth About Health has not reviewed or evaluated those statements or claims. 

What if becoming a parent could change how we view the climate crisis and motivate us to take meaningful action? Join me and my co-host Parisa Wright, along with our special guest, actor and parent Paul Ready, as we tackle eco-anxiety head-on, discussing the overwhelming emotions that can arise when confronting this important issue. From the 2018 school climate strikes to the everyday challenges we face as individuals and parents, we share our stories and struggles with trying to make a difference for the environment.Embarking on a journey towards a more sustainable lifestyle can be daunting, but don't worry - we've got you covered! Together, we'll explore practical steps you can take to reduce your carbon footprint and influence those around you. Learn how simple changes like reducing meat consumption, supporting local farms, and using public transport can make a significant impact. We're not perfect, but we're committed to doing our part, and we'll share our experiences along the way.Community-led environmental action is a powerful force for change, and we'll discuss how you can make a difference in your own circles of influence. From setting up green teams in schools to engaging communities through theatre and storytelling, we explore the power of conversation in normalising sustainable lifestyle changes. Tune in as we examine how you can use your unique skills to create an impact on the world around you, and how talking about the climate crisis can create a ripple effect, inspiring others to take action too.About Paul Ready:Paul is a British actor, known principally for his work on stage, but he has also appeared in television, radio and films. About Parisa Wright, Founder, CEO of  pioneering sustainable living charity Greener & Cleaner:www.greenerandcleaner.co.uk https://www.facebook.com/groups/greenerandcleanerukABOUT ME - AYESHA MURRAYI'm an accredited career coach with over 20 years experience in the corporate world. Having experienced the working parent juggle first hand, I now coach people through their career and life challenges. WORK WITH MEI'm here to give you the confidence, self-belief and support to help you design a life that works for you and your family. Through tried and tested approaches, tools and methodologies, you'll leave the coaching process with clear direction, motivation and energy. If you'd like to find out more about how coaching could work for you, book a free 30 min call at https://calendly.com/ayeshamurraycoaching/discovery-call CONNECT WITH MEWebsite - www.ayeshamurray.comLinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/ayeshamurray75Instagram - www.instagram.com/ayeshamurray_coaching DISCLAIMERThe views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence.

It's the third episode of season six and The Psych Review is thinking about the future. Dave is looking ahead as he talks about climate change and it's potential impacts on mental health, and Mazz is focussing on an impending deadline as he walks us through the new Mental Health and Wellbeing Act that is due to become active later this year.The references for this episode are:Dave: Patrick, R., Snell, T., Gunasiri, H., Garad, R., Meadows, G., & Enticott, J. (2023). Prevalence and determinants of mental health related to climate change in Australia. Australian & New Zealand Journal of Psychiatry, 57(5), 710-724.Mazz: https://www.legislation.vic.gov.au/as-made/acts/mental-health-and-wellbeing-act-2022The Psych Review was brought to you by Call to Mind, a telepsychiatry service that you can learn more about at www.calltomind.com.au. The original music in our podcast was provided by the very talented John Badgery, and our logo was designed by the creative genius of Naz.

She listens for the answer. This episode features Emma Campbell and Lisa Cooke Ravensburgen, and sounds best with headphones. Find the episode transcript here.

She talks to her mum.This episode features Marjory Lang and sounds best with headphones. Find the episode transcript here. 

She adds up the cost of another footprint.This episode features Kimberly Nicholas, and sounds best with headphones. Find the episode transcript here.

She takes her first step out onto the fence.  This episode features Hannah Campbell and Lynne Quarmby and sounds best with headphones. Find the episode transcript here.

She asks him, what if we didn't?This episode features Colin and Sydney Wolf, and sounds best with headphones. Find the episode transcript here.

We often talk about Climate Hope on this show, but what about Climate Anxiety? Perhaps even Climate Despair? These are very real emotions that many of us feel when thinking about this planet we call home. We sat down with Dr. Sarah Ray, author of the book A Field Guide to Climate Anxiety: How to Keep Your Cool on a Warming Planet. Dr. Ray shared with us some of her tips and advice on navigating the complex landscape of climate change related issues, and some things she recommends for moving past the anxiety and into a place of self-efficacy.Related Links:Sarah Ray's website: https://sarahjaquetteray.com/If you're enjoying this podcast, please consider rating us and/or leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts, Podcast Addict, or Podchaser Thanks!Follow us on Twitter @RainShinePodNever miss an episode! Sign up to get an email alert whenever a new episode publishes!Have a suggestion for a future episode? Please tell us!Come Rain or Shine affiliate links:DOI Southwest CASC: https://www.swcasc.arizona.edu/   USDA Southwest Climate Hub: https://www.climatehubs.usda.gov/hubs/southwest  Sustainable Southwest Beef Project: https://southwestbeef.org/  

A new series about the decision to become a parent during the climate crisis or remain childfree. New episodes out Thursdays.

SUMMARY People have become less connected to nature, particularly with increasing urbanization. However, many studies are now clearly demonstrating that nature connectedness is crucial to our physical and mental health, and to the future of our communities' social, cultural, environmental, and economic well-being. Audrey Hystad, farm manager for the Clubhouse Farm in Kelowna, BC and Dr. Holli-Anne Passmore, assistant professor of Psychology at Concordia University of Edmonton, discuss the increasing need for people, and more specifically children, to be outdoors, learn about food and agriculture, and contribute to more resilient communities. They also talk about biophilia, our innate attraction to nature, and eco-anxiety, particularly as it relates to the ongoing degradation of our natural environment. TAKEAWAYS This podcast shows that: Educating children about food and agriculture contributes to resilient communities Outdoor play is essential for the health and well-being of children Studies demonstrate the importance of nature connectedness Connecting with nature is just as important as social connections We all have an innate attraction to nature The physical and mental health of people improve with daily connection to nature Eco-concern and eco-anxiety can lead to increased pro-environmental behaviour SPONSOR   GUESTS  Audrey Hystad, MSc Audrey Hystad holds a Master of Science degree in Sustainable Enterprise from Stockholm University, in association with Stockholm Resilience Center and Stockholm Environment Institute. From the lens of Resilience and Complex Systems Theory, her focus is to take the latest in research and effectively put it to use in practical applications. Her work with land-based learning, policy and procedure development, wildlife safety practice, and identification and use of wild foods, has contributed to fill gaps between our modern societies and the ecosystems services that we rely on to survive. Audrey has worked with toddler to teen programs for over a decade in Sweden and Canada. Her interdisciplinary science education and intent to contribute to a more resilient future for our communities, have led to her work with The Clubhouse Farm project. The Clubhouse Farm is a forest-and-farm-based outdoor classroom that brings children to play, relax, and explore in the natural world while learning about where food comes from. The basics of horticulture, hydrology, architecture, engineering, ethics, interpersonal skills development, and more are lessons that are stealthily disguised as inquiry-based play at a developmentally appropriate level for children of all abilities. Since its 2012 grassroots start, it has successfully benefited thousands of children that have visited, while supporting local food production, acquisition of ecological knowledge, and support of habitat for biodiversity – offering great hope for future design of integrated community spaces that meet the needs of all its stakeholders. Email: audrey.hystad@gmail.com Holli-Anne Passmore, PhD Dr. Holli-Anne Passmore is an Assistant Professor of Psychology at Concordia University of Edmonton (CUE). She is also Director of the multi-university Nature-Meaning in Life (NMIL) Research Lab, an editor of the International Journal of Wellbeing, Science Chair of the Spirituality and Meaning Division of the International Positive Psychology Association, and an invited academic with the Global Wellbeing Initiative (a partnership between the Gallup World Poll and the Wellbeing for Planet Earth Foundation). Holli-Anne collaborates with researchers around the globe on several well-being-based research endeavours, the primary focus of which is the development and validation of practical interventions to enhance well-being, through noticing and engaging with everyday nature close to home. Additionally, she studies the emerging issue of eco-anxiety. Email: Holli-Anne.Passmore@concordia.ab.ca Website: https://nature-mill.org HOST Jo de Vries is a community education and engagement specialist with more than 30 years of experience helping local governments in British Columbia connect with their citizens about important sustainability issues. In 2006, she established the Fresh Outlook Foundation (FOF) to “inspire community conversations for sustainable change.” FOF's highly acclaimed events include Building SustainABLE Communities conferences, Reel Change SustainAbility Film Fest, Eco-Blast Kids' Camps, CommUnity Innovation Lab, Breakfast of Champions, and Women 4 SustainAbility. 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Eco-terrorists are resorting to ever more violent attacksas the UN Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP27), in Sharm El Sheikh, gets closer. In this episode of The Terrorist Therapist Show, we'll look at how Eco-terrorists are waging ‘jihad'. First, you will hear about the roots of Eco-terrorism and the current radicalgroups. Then you'll discover if you have Eco-anxiety and what Greta Thunberg has to do with it. Next, you'll hear about recent ‘attacks' - from destroying masterpiece paintings in museums to vandalizing gas pumps to sit-ins on racetracks! One more shocking and ironic than the next! People who claim to want to preserve irreplaceable wonders of nature have no problem destroying irreplaceable works of art. Hear what they did to Van Gogh's “Sunflowers,” Monet's “Les Meules” (Haystacks), Vermeer's “The Girl with a Pearl Earring” and more. They even smashed cake in King Charles' face at Madame Tussaud's waxworks museum. Eco-terrorists are no better than the Taliban, ISIS or Al Qaeda - who take great pleasure in destroying artifacts, the cultural inheritance of humanity.But, they're not just about defacing art, they target gas stations and buildings that house Think Tanks theydon't like. They destroyed expensive cars at car shows - even electric cars. Why? Because they're calling for an end to individual ownership of cars. On the opposite side - Dutch farmers who appreciate and celebrate the earth, are being bullied by their government to cut their farms in half and get rid of their cows. Ostensibly, this is to decrease the methaneoutput of their cows' digestive tract, but there is a darker underside - a dangerous political motive. 

When I caught up with Sam recently, she didn't look good. It turned out she's in the midst of eco-anxiety and has been for some time. Well, if you've been through it, all I can tell you is it's not fun, but at the same time, we have no time to sit in it for too long anymore either. Time is of the essence now.  Anyhoo, I said we have to chat about how you're feeling right in this moment, as well as what is helping you get through it? Sam said yes immediately. And so this podcast was born. It's not depressing, we promise, bit it is realistic. It's also actionable. For all my experience with eco-anxiety, action is the only path out. Sam is experiencing the same truth. We covered a lot in this discussion…Thinking about how we future-proof our children's futureWhat eco-anxiety feels like and how it manifestsA great book recommendation – Don't even think about it! to understand why we can't grasp this bigger story. I'm waiting for it to arriveHow Sam is speaking with many friends and people in her community, who are quietly looking to set themselves up for the future, but not speaking about it more openly. Is it fear of being mocked? Maybe. We discuss why it's important that everyone does speak up! Guilt and past lives – are we feeling it? Is there any use? And why awareness means you'll be looking at life through a new lensAlso how the changes we make that can ripple out around us and create more changeAnd so much more. We hope this helps anyone going through eco-anxiety, as well as those who haven't been able to face it yet. You can follow Samantha Gayfer hereWebsite On LinkedIn On FacebookTo get in touch with me, here I amWebsites www.andreatedwards.com and www.uncommon-courage.com My book Uncommon Courage, An Invitation And the Uncommon Courage workbook My other book, 18 Steps to an All—Star LinkedIn Profile (2022 edition)    LinkedIn @AndreaTEdwardsTwitter @AndreaTEdwardsInstagram @UncommonAndrea My professional Facebook page And my Facebook Group Uncommon Courage Tik Tok @uncommonandreatedwards   

The human race has done massive damage to the environment. Thinking about the climate crisis and all the environmental dangers that exist today can be completely overwhelming. Today's youth has a collective case of eco-anxiety. How can we calm their nerves and give them hope for the future? Heather White, founder of One Green Thing, explains how we can all use our collective eco-anxiety to spark effective environmental change. || LINKS || https://www.heatherwhite.com/book-order-one-green-thing-authorheatherwhite | www.beekeepersnaturals.com/darin | Full Show Notes - https://darinolien.com/eco-anxiety-how-to-deal-with-it-heather-white/ 

Do you ever feel scared about climate change? Anxious about global warming? Are you grieving the world as you know it? You are definitely not the only one feeling that way. Which is why there's now a term for this feeling: eco-anxiety.In his therapist practice, Dr. Thomas Doherty helps people with exactly that. He is a psychologist who specializes in applying an environmental perspective to mental health and well-being.And he's not new to this topic - in 2011, he co-wrote a paper with Susan Clayton called The Psychological Impacts of Global Climate Change, and that paper has been cited OVER 700 times.So I LOVED talking to him about his advice for those of us struggling with eco-anxiety, the mental health benefits of getting outside in nature, and how we can figure out our own environmental identity.Listen to Dr. Doherty's podcast here: https://climatechangeandhappiness.com/Read the New York Times article about climate change and therapy, featuring Dr. Doherty: https://www.nytimes.com/2022/02/06/health/climate-anxiety-therapy.htmlYou can keep up with Mentally Together on Instagram @mentallytogetherpod. Cassidy's Instagram is @cassidyquinntv, and you can watch the video version of each podcast episode at YouTube.com/cassidyquinn.Books recommended by Mentally Together guests: https://bookshop.org/lists/mentally-togetherRISE Brewing Co. Nitro cold brew coffee and tea with oat milk to create some good energy for you and your brain!Support the show

Patrick Duffy, Founder of Global Fashion Exchange, shares his journey from working in hospitality to launching his international clothing swap events business, how his work intersects with United Nations Sustainability Development Goals (UN SDGs), his transformation from overconsumption to minimalism, and how he's keeping the eco-anxiety at bay. Global Fashion Exchange (GFX) creates content-rich experiences that are designed to catalyze change. Their team of experts creates custom supply chain strategies, marketing communications platforms, and brand experiences that positively impact people, the planet, and your business. 

The climate emergency can feel overwhelming, and eco-anxiety can bring on emotional paralysis. But you can feel better-—and do a lot of good—-by taking positive action.Welcome to a special Earth Day edition of The Glo Podcast. Eco-activist Heather White returns to the show to talk about her new book, One Green Thing: Discover Your Hidden Power to Help Save the Planet.Heather shares about the many forms eco-action can take, and she'll also share how when you make active choices to address climate change, this can help make space for your emotions and help you cope with the climate crisis. The secret is to take consistent actions, however small. Links:Heather White's website Get your copy of One Green ThingOne Green Thing InstagramHeather White InstagramClimate Psychology Alliance IPCC Report: Climate Change 2022: Mitigation of Climate ChangeIPCC Report: Climate Change 2022: Impacts, Adaptation and VulnerabilityGLO classes:Take Your Practice Outside - Earth Day collectionEarthing MeditationBreathing With the EarthFeel the Flow - Tao Yin Earth and Water - Hatha

Laura Hartley is a coach, writer, activist, and founder of an online school for changemakers—empowering forward thinking business leaders how to live their most meaningful lives while simultaneously creating their deepest impact. She teaches ways to build a business beyond capitalism, overcome eco-anxiety, burnout, and how to embody collaborative and regenerative forms of leadership.Support the show

In this episode, the presenters, Zen Buddhist monk Brother Phap Huu and lay Buddhist practitioner and journalist Jo Confino, are joined by special guest, Zen Buddhist monk Brother Phap Linh (Brother Spirit). Together, they discuss eco-anxiety, the challenges of and solutions for shifting to a new paradigm which can heal us and our planet, and whether it's possible to change our minds, hearts, and future. Plus: how can you be at peace in what feels like a battlefield? The conversation touches upon “the decisive decade”; individualism and competition; interdependence; handling fear; transformation; change in “the age of collective procrastination”; and opportunities in difficult times. Is it possible to ‘sit' with collapse? Brother Phap Linh (Brother Spirit) shares his journey of transformation, from studying sciences at Cambridge, to numerous retreats, and eventual monastic life. He further talks about creating transformation at both personal and collective levels; the cult of individualism; societal numbness; handling the energy of negativity; the basis of understanding reality, and what nourishes our views and beliefs; the economic conceit ‘the tragedy of the commons'; creating shared visions and aspirations; and telling new stories. And how do you change your view when you're caught in the old paradigm?Brother Phap Huu shares insights on how to not lose ourselves in a fast-paced environment, and looks at: fundamental questions; procrastination; individual aspirations; becoming free from attachment; striving and the importance of stopping; learning in the community; the Six Harmonies; and the joy of sharing.There's also important advice for those ‘burning out' in the environmental movement.Jo recollects Thich Nhat Hanh's speech to the members of the UK Parliament and his thoughts on conflictual political systems. He further muses on the lasting joy of community life. The episode ends with a short meditation on gratitude and Mother Earth, guided by Brother Phap Linh. ------

Climate change can seem far away from our daily lives. But behind headlines about melting ice sheets, devastating droughts and the collision of wildlife and agriculture are ordinary people. This week we meet the Indian farmers, the Greenlandic sled dog owners and the average South Africans facing mental health struggles who are all living with the effects of climate change.

Past generations have grown up in the shadow of the nuclear war threat and young people today are living in a world gripped by a pandemic and facing a future imperiled by climate change. .

Climate change is recognised as the most significant health threat of the 21st century. However, while the physical health effects of climate change are impossible to ignore, a less obvious consequence is its strain on people's mental wellbeing.Recent surveys indicate that Australians are three times more worried about climate change than COVID-19 and that four in five Australian adolescents are anxious about climate change.So what is climate anxiety? What are the signs and symptoms? What can we do to prevent or manage it? And what is the link between a healthy lifestyle and a healthy climate?This podcast takes a deep dive into climate anxiety and discusses lifestyle medicine interventions that have the potential to not only improve mental resilience and adaptation to climate change but improve planetary health as well.

For over two decades Heather White, the founder and author of One Green Thing: Discover Your Hidden Power to Help Save the Planet, has led organizations to transform environmental overwhelm into consistent, personalized, and positive action. She is an environmental lawyer, writer, consultant, motivational speaker, nonprofit executive, and former Senate staffer.  Heather chats with Lisa Brooks Mills on The Glo Podcast about the current state of the crisis, its impact on mental health, and how you can create real, meaningful change using her Superpower Assessment.Links:One Green ThingHeather's consulting website 350.org COP26 Follow #COP26The Paris Agreement EWG.org Al Gore's book ‘Earth in the Balance' Yellowstone National Park The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change Green Climate Fund National Wildlife Federation - Certify your Habitat David Quammen‘s book ‘Spillover' GLO classes:Earthing Meditation  Meditation  Meditation for Healing the Planet  MeditationBreathing With the Earth  Meditation Your Body is Your EarthEarth Element FlowWalking MeditationLiving a Green LifestyleEarth, Water, Fire in the Yogavasistha Lecture

Are your sustainability practices sustainable? Not just in terms of how they impact the planet, but how they impact YOU! Living “sustainably”, “eco-friendly”, and “zero-waste” are so trendy at the moment, but the reality is that these terms are so much bigger than a short-term trend. These are practices that, if they can become a normal part of our daily lives, will have an enormous impact on the planet! So, how do we do that? By adopting practices that feel good to us on an individual level. If it doesn't resonate with you, will you really stick with it? Probably not.. which means, it's not very sustainable!  This is just one of the topics we talk about today with sustainability blogger, Miah Ké-leigh. Miah, joining us from across the globe in the Netherlands, sat down to talk about her journey creating content in the sustainability space and more.   One of my favorite takeaways from this episode is applicable to everyone, but especially those of us that love the outdoors. Miah says, “You'll start to realize how much the earth actually impacts your hobbies and lifestyle. And if you take care of it, you don't actually have to give anything up.” For us to continue to enjoy nature and do the sports we love, taking care of the environment is just a given! Sustainable living doesn't have to be overly complicated. And certainly we ALL can make a positive impact.    Other topics we touch on:  Sustainable Travel - does it exist? Eco and Sustainability Blogging Growth in your personal sustainability journey How social media can be a blessing and a hindrance  Have the conversations with people - keep it alive Mental & emotional health shouldn't suffer from sustainable practices - combating eco-anxiety Figuring out where you fit into the eco-movement - and how to stay true to you in the process Femininity and Color in Sustainability Greenwashing: how to avoid it - do your research Continued learning - using social media as a resource to learn more    Connect with Miah online:  https://instagram.com/earthtomiah https://www.earthtomiah.com/   We still have a few spots left for our Surf & Yoga Wellness Retreat this December! Check out the details here: https://www.swellsolretreats.com/   Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nataliejkraus/ 

Archive Episode: Understand what eco-anxiety is, the signs and symptoms, and practical tips to help you manage eco-anxiety… Learn more about our online consultations, events and shop: https://www.wuweiwisdom.comEpisode highlightsIn this episode, with hosts husband and wife team, David James Lees (ordained Taoist monk, emotional and spiritual health teacher and Alexandra Lees (wellbeing coach and feng shui consultant), you'll discover: The telltale signs that you're suffering from eco-anxiety.How eco-anxiety affects highly-sensitive people (HSPs).Practical techniques to help manage and stop your eco-anxiety and fear of the future.Other related episodes on our YouTube channel that will help you:How to Understand Your Emotions  Anxiety Therapy | Powerful Anxiety Help & Treatment Overcome Anxiety & Fear of The FutureLet Go of Things You Can't Control – Inner Child Work and Trusting the Universe How to Break the Habit of Overthinking The Highly Sensitive Person Explained  Is there a question you'd like answered on the show? Submit it at: https://bit.ly/askusyourquestion Join our free Wu Wei Wisdom Community Facebook support group If you love our work, you can now make a small donation to help fund the continued production of our weekly teachings by buying us a 'virtual coffee'! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/wuweiwisdom Book an online Golden Thread Process & Inner Child Consultation with DavidBook an online Feng Shui Consultation with AlexFollow us on Instagram: @wuweiwisdomSign up here to receive a relaxing guided meditation gift, plus our weekly newsletter + offers via email-Disclaimer: This podcast and any associated teaching and comments shared are not a substitute for professional therapy, mental health care, crisis support, medical advice, doctor diagnosis, or professional healthcare treatment. Our show episodes provide general information for educational purposes only and are offered as suggestions for you and your professional therapist or healthcare advisor to consider and research.Music by Earth Tree Healing

Mary Carreon deep dives into eco-anxiety and climate grief - what do these concepts mean and why does it matter to our every day lives? Meanwhile, Dana Miller updates us on the $43 million actor Leo DiCaprio donated to "rewild" the Galapagos P-Mo briefs us on a plan to protect the Louisiana coast - and the "collateral damage" of Southeast Louisiana's hamlets.

This week's episode covers how environmentalism can take take a toll on our mental health. This episode was inspired by an article published by our two special guests from F(earth)er Magazine. Together we discuss our personal impacts and experiences with activism, imposter syndrome, Eco-Anxiety, and ways to cope with these stressful and confusing feelings. Trigger Warning: In this episode we do discuss topics such as anxiety, depression, and rates of suicide. If you need to skip this one, we totally understand! Check out Ava and Grace's work here: https://fearthereco.wixsite.com/fearther