Suffering from Eco-Paralysis? Here's What You Can Do
Many Americans experience climate distress and feel powerless to address it, leading to eco-paralysis. Recognizing and sharing climate emotions can help individuals regain agency and take action.
Climate change is causing significant distress among Americans, with many feeling powerless to address its consequences. This sense of helplessness, known as eco-paralysis, is a rational response to the climate emergency. As a therapist specializing in climate psychology, the author notes that acknowledging and sharing climate emotions can lead to clarity of mind, empathy, and a desire to act. A recent report found that nearly 8 in 10 Americans want the government and companies to address climate change, with this desire spanning party affiliation. By recognizing and addressing the emotional toll of climate change, individuals can regain agency and work towards collective action. The climate crisis is a systemic issue requiring collective engagement and action.
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