Articles

Our curated selection of articles deliver thought-provoking perspectives, innovative approaches, and practical insights for climate engagement. Dive in for a quick dose of smart thinking and paradigm-altering ideas.

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Joy, Play & Delight

A short article from the Mayo Clinic that lists the deep, short and long term physical and mental health benefits from laughter.
This article highlights research that shows that adults with high levels of playfulness showed strong resilience during the COVID-19 pandemic compared to less playful individuals, which is a lesson for us to apply to our climate response.
In a world full of climate challenges, this sermon shows us how to grow around our wounds like trees do, finding joy in unfurling our clenched fists into open palms ready to embrace life again.

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Humor in Climate

An interview by Unthinkable with author, Andrew Boyd, exploring his ideas around humor as the ultimate shock absorber in impossible times.
An article about the benefits of using humor in climate work because boredom has such very serious consequences.
An article on how climate humor breaks down barriers, fosters connection, and creates common ground - making climate conversations more engaging and impactful.
An insightful article by the Climate Optimist about the value of imagination and creativity, and how we can access more of it.

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Resilience & Eco-anxiety

In a world of constant information overload and climate doomism, this article explores eco-anxiety as a symptom of powerlessness and suggests that rest, joy, and community-building are forms of radical resistance alongside traditional activism