Overcoming Climate Anxiety

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A father's journey through climate emotions

Dustin Thiesen’s concerns about climate change escalated into serious anxiety and depression after his son was born. “Sometimes I fall back into that depressive state,” he says, “but I always find a way to pull myself back out.” Dustin shares his story of working with these difficult emotions, moving through the dark times, and finding the motivation to be part of the solution.

Recommended Video Citation

Climate Atlas of Canada. (2022). Overcoming Climate Anxiety: A father's journey through climate emotions. Prairie Climate Centre. https://climateatlas.ca/video/overcoming-climate-anxiety

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