Turn Climate Anxiety into Collective Action | Patrick Kennedy Williams

In this episode of the Sustainable Ambassador podcast, we speak with Dr. Patrick Kennedy-Williams, co-director and co-founder of Climate Psychologists, about the rise of climate anxiety, its impact on professionals, and strategies for individuals and organizations to turn climate anxiety into collective action.

Dr. Kennedy-Williams shares insights from his work with climate psychologists and emphasizes the importance of collective action, wellbeing, and sustainable practices to transform climate anxiety into productive climate action.

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Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction: Overview of the episode, focusing on the increasing prevalence of climate anxiety and its impact on mental health.
01:15 - Understanding Climate Anxiety: Patrick explains what climate anxiety is, including its symptoms and why it is becoming more common as awareness of climate change grows.
04:30 - The Psychological Impact of Climate Change: A discussion on how climate change affects mental health, particularly among young people and those directly impacted by environmental changes.
08:00 - Coping Mechanisms: Patrick shares practical strategies for managing climate anxiety, including mindfulness techniques, community support, and staying informed without feeling overwhelmed.
11:45 - The Role of Psychologists and Therapists: The importance of professional support in dealing with climate anxiety, and how psychologists are adapting their practices to address this growing issue.
15:00 - Hope and Positive Action: Encouraging listeners to focus on actionable steps they can take to combat climate change, and how these actions can help alleviate feelings of helplessness and anxiety.
18:00 - Closing Thoughts: Final reflections on the importance of addressing climate anxiety and resources for those seeking help.

About Dr Patrick Kennedy-Williams
He holds a doctorate in Clinical Psychology from the University of Oxford and is the co-director of Climate Psychologists, an independent organisation providing therapeutic support and wider consultation regarding the mental health implications of climate change. Patrick has collaborated with local and national governments, businesses, and educators on community-based initiatives for climate anxiety and fostering people-centred and sustainable change towards net zero.

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