The biggest obstacle to dealing with climate disruptions lies between your ears, says psychologist and economist Per Espen Stoknes. He's spent years studying the defenses we use to avoid thinking about the demise of our planet -- and figuring out a new way of talking about global warming that keeps us from shutting down. Step away from the doomsday narratives and learn how to make caring for the earth feel personable, do-able and empowering with this fun, informative talk.

Per Espen Stoknes: How to transform apocalypse fatigue into action on global warming

How to transform apocalypse fatigue into action on global warming

*What We Think About When We Try Not To Think About Global Warming*

climate change

science

sustainability

biosphere

social change

nature

communication

energy

society

Anthropocene

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