Understanding and Navigating Eco-Anxiety with Rachel Malena-Chan

In this episode, we discuss eco-anxiety, how to transform it into meaningful climate action, and much more with Rachel Malena-Chan, Co-founder of Eco-Anxious Stories! (To see Rachel's slides, watch here)

Timeline:
0 - 7:00: Rachel's introduction and background.
7:00 - 8:30: What is eco-anxiety?
8:30 - 11:50: How common is eco-anxiety?
11:50 - 15:50: How to shift eco-anxiety to meaningful action.
15:50 - 18:20: Climate anxiety is normal/rational. We get it because climate change threatens things we love.
18:20 - 24:45: The disconnect between knowledge and action (narrative dissonance).
24:45 - 28:30: Overcoming powerlessness and finding your role.
28:30 - 32:15: The impact of Eco-Anxious Stories.
32:15 - 36:10: Tips for dealing with eco-anxiety.
36:10 - 39:25: Intersectionality of climate with other systemic oppressions & living in this moment in time.
39:25 - 41:45: Rachel's recommended resources.
42:05 - 43:20: Rachel's key takeaway for listeners - "Know that you're not alone."
43:20 - 50:15 Q&A: How to talk about climate with non-supporters or older generations.


Useful links Rachel mentioned:
Eco Anxious Stories
Twitter: @rachelmelena @EcoAnxiousCA @MaryHeglar
Instagram
Patreon
Good Grief Network
Gen Dread
Climate Psychology Alliance
Climate and Mind


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