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Jennifer Atkinson
Facing It
The age of climate crisis is upon us, and grief and anxiety are on the rise. This series explores the emotional burden of climate change, and why despair leaves so many people unable to respond to our existential threat. Overcoming that paralysis is the first step in moving to action, and yet official climate strategies rarely address the emotional toll of climate grief and eco anxiety. Meanwhile, frontline communities — particularly people of color, indigenous communities, and other historically-marginalized groups — are experiencing the heaviest mental health impacts of climate...
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Ratings & Reviews
5.0 stars from 29 ratings
What A Downer
Utterly depressing and without balance
HelloOuThere via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 12/23/23
I’ve listened to every episode of this podcast (listened to episode 6 twice) and enjoyed the presentation and content. It’s not an easy topic but Jennifer Atkinson is a leading expert and presents the issue with sensitivity and courage. Highly recommended.
Claude Schryer via Apple Podcasts · Canada · 04/12/21
I’ve been working in the climate “space” for nearly 20 years, and battling powerful fossil fuel interests. The insights from these “conversations” have helped me more than i can express. Thank you for being both honest and grounding.
nancylaplaca via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 03/07/21
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