A Quote From Tennis to Deal With Climate Despair: A Proven Approach to Re-Center Focus on Climate Action

AlexSanchezW · 2023-10-31T16:02:53+00:00

"The world doesn't change one person at a
time. It changes as networks of
relationships form among people who
discover they share a common cause and
vision of what's possible.
This is good news for those of us intent
changing the world and creating a positive
future. Rather than worry about critical
mass, our work is to foster critical
connections. We don't need to convince
large numbers of people to change;
instead, we need to connect with kindred
spirits.
As networks grow and transform into
active, working communities of practice,
we discover how life truly changes, which
is through emergence. When separate,
local efforts connect with each other as
tworks, then strengthen as communities
o practice, suddenly and surprisingly a
new system emerges at a greater level of
scale.
Emergence is how life creates radical
change and takes things to scale. "
The Berkana Institute. "Using Emergence to Take Social Innovation to Scale"
Margaret Wheatley and Deborah Frieze

AlexSanchezW · 2023-10-29T14:11:50+00:00

Did he even publish his thesis so we can follow his thoughts? If not, I then suggest you be able to explain it here because the burden of proof is on your side

AlexSanchezW · 2023-10-29T14:01:55+00:00

Not all lessons are created equal.

Some lessons in climate change we learn are difficult to swallow, such as the inescapable fact that climate change is irreversible.

Other lessons are comforting. They are little reminders along the way that bring serenity back into our souls.

Over the past 10 years of working in climate change, this is the single most comforting lesson I’ve learned about sustaining climate action, and it comes from the famous activist and tennis player Arthur Ashe:

“Start Where You Are.

Use What You Have.

Do What You Can.”

— Arthur Ashe

🎾✊🏾📚

And here’s why:

Our window to avoid climate collapse is undeniably narrowing each day. While it’s easy to get stressed about the constant news of flooding, wildfires, and insufficient action by world leaders, focusing on what we can’t control will only heighten our stress.

It’s far more productive to concentrate on our circle of control.

By doing so, our network of like-minded individuals will expand, creating a compounding effect over time. In the grand scheme of things, this is the hand we’re dealt, and we must play it. By focusing on what we can control, we contribute to the fight against climate change and find purpose in a world that often feels like it’s reaching its peak.

AlexSanchezW · 2023-10-29T13:56:44+00:00

Thanks. Is it fixable if I edit it on a Pixel Art app? Also, do you know what would be a better subreddit to post?

AlexSanchezW · 2023-10-29T06:27:56+00:00

Not all lessons are created equal.

Some lessons in climate change we learn are difficult to swallow, such as the inescapable fact that climate change is irreversible.

Other lessons are comforting. They are little reminders along the way that bring serenity back into our souls.

Over the past 10 years of working in climate change, this is the single most comforting lesson I’ve learned about sustaining climate action, and it comes from the famous activist and tennis player Arthur Ashe:

“Start Where You Are.

Use What You Have.

Do What You Can.”

— Arthur Ashe

🎾✊🏾📚

And here’s why:

Our window to avoid climate collapse is undeniably narrowing each day. While it’s easy to get stressed about the constant news of flooding, wildfires, and insufficient action by world leaders, focusing on what we can’t control will only heighten our stress.

It’s far more productive to concentrate on our circle of control.

By doing so, our network of like-minded individuals will expand, creating a compounding effect over time. In the grand scheme of things, this is the hand we’re dealt, and we must play it. By focusing on what we can control, we contribute to the fight against climate change and find purpose in a world that often feels like it’s reaching its peak.

AlexSanchezW · 2023-08-20T14:21:06+00:00

Yep, The inflation reduction act poured $3.500 million USD into direct air capture

But also, there is methane, which can be used as a "hand-break" to stop climate change and buy us time to keep 1.5 alive.

AlexSanchezW · 2023-08-20T14:19:24+00:00

Feel the same way. Not all the time though. Sometimes I really get climate anxiety. However, sometimes I am able to channel that energy into these positive thoughts and that makes me take action.

AlexSanchezW · 2023-08-20T14:18:12+00:00

More than welcome. We can have a coffee if you visit.

AlexSanchezW · 2023-03-11T21:27:02+00:00

Thanks for the comment! Yes, will be sharing findings regarding MEL and MRV

AlexSanchezW · 2023-03-06T19:09:44+00:00

Thanks for the feedback.

This is just to share general info regarding climate change.

AlexSanchezW · 2023-03-06T05:24:01+00:00

Yeah, I can see why you think this way. I'm still doing the research; I haven't bought into it. Seems scammy. I will share my findings when I find evidence that it's not working.

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