Generation Dread

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An impassioned generational perspective on maintaining sanity amid climate disruption, this work addresses the rising fears and anxieties related to the environment. Eco-anxiety, like any stress, can lead to burnout, avoidance, or disruptions in daily life. The author merges scientific knowledge with emotional insight, demonstrating that these intense feelings are a natural response to our troubled world. The first step in becoming an engaged steward of the planet is to connect with our climate emotions, recognizing them as a sign of humanity and learning to coexist with them. The author emphasizes the need to confront and value eco-anxiety to overcome widespread denial and disavowal that have contributed to ecological decline. While vulnerability to the climate crisis is not evenly distributed, as the situation worsens, compassion and care become increasingly vital. The text weaves insights from climate-aware therapists, critiques of race and privilege in the crisis, and innovative mental health strategies. It brilliantly illuminates how we can learn from our past, our emotions, and each other to survive—and even thrive—in an ever-changing world.