#11 — 1/28/2022

Do you sense a lot of anxiety in and around yourself these days? According to psychologist and environmentalist Dr. Renée Lertzman, it’s normal for us to feel so overwhelmed by the climate crisis that we try to protect ourselves through denial or resignation. Identifying these feelings helps us combat them and discover ways in which even a single person can make a positive contribution.

Understanding our deepest emotions and those of others is vital to becoming more adaptable and finding solutions that work for everyone. We can unleash the creativity and resilience needed to act.

Today’s Tips

Watch Dr. Lertzman’s 2019 TED Talk about how to discover your potential for creativity and courage to face the greatest challenge of our time:
https://www.ted.com/talks/renee_lertzman_how_to_turn_climate_anxiety_into_action?language=en

Check out Active Hope, a new UUCC faith development group designed to encourage discussion and intentionality about finding hope amidst the climate and other crises we face. First zoom meeting will be held on Saturday, February 5, from 2-3pm. RSVP HERE to get the zoom link.

Questions/Comments/Tips: Jean at environment@uucharlottesville.org
Past Newsletters: https://uucharlottesville.org/environmental-action-group/