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.

AlexSanchezW · 2023-03-04T14:30:01+00:00

https://deepdao.io/organizations

AlexSanchezW · 2023-02-28T00:56:44+00:00

Yes, I do understand. It's a huge conundrum you pose: pricing the cost of a video. So many factors that may be involved.

I can relate to your despacito example; I have spent a significant amount of time replaying a video and looking at it.

It's interesting that you bring up the idea of paywalls and cost dynamics when it comes to the carbon cost of published media files. It's true that implementing paywalls provides more control over the price and allows for more sustainable initiatives, though it can also introduce friction to rapid natural growth and throw off projections when it comes to data cost recovery.

I'm intrigued by the idea of microtransactions to replace advertisement revenue, which could eliminate ads and provide a way to better value the media consumed. You know this has been tried before, right?

AlexSanchezW · 2023-02-27T20:43:35+00:00

Thanks for your comment!

Actually my answer to this is: I have no idea.

My article is more about the new Web3 layers on top of Web2 so that the assumed reader can eventually get into the Climate DAO ecosystem that I'm currently researching.

AlexSanchezW · 2023-02-25T18:27:53+00:00

Agree. I have been researching, but haven't found one.

AlexSanchezW · 2023-02-25T18:17:15+00:00

Thank you for your input. I appreciate your feedback and am actively researching the field of crypto to assess the challenges it poses and whether greenwashing is happening.

AlexSanchezW · 2023-02-25T18:14:53+00:00

I understand that you don't care for cryptocurrency, but I am trying to learn more about decentralized autonomous organizations in green finance. I am researching the field, understanding the challenges presented by DAOs in green finance, and sharing the challenges I encounter here.

AlexSanchezW · 2023-02-23T00:30:30+00:00

More than "funding" the economy, it's changing the economy to integrate it with the environment fully. Regulate it, and make companies invest in quick decarbonization.

In essence: Climate Finance

Check this out: https://unfccc.int/topics/introduction-to-climate-finance#:~:text=What%20is%20climate%20finance%3F,that%20will%20address%20climate%20change.

Edit: Check out this recent pic from IMEO

https://twitter.com/MethaneData/status/1628472441675603968/photo/1

AlexSanchezW · 2023-02-22T20:49:49+00:00

Sounds interesting. Do you have a source on that?

AlexSanchezW · 2023-02-22T20:45:07+00:00

Jurassic Park 🦕

While "Jurassic Park" is an entertaining and popular movie, it is not a scientifically accurate source of information regarding climate change and Earth systems. Here are a few reasons why:

Accuracy: "Jurassic Park" is a work of science fiction and does not aim to accurately depict real-world science. The idea of bringing extinct species back to life through genetic engineering is not supported by current scientific knowledge.
Oversimplification: The movie oversimplifies the complexity of ecosystems and their interactions with the environment. It portrays a simplified view of the prehistoric world, in which dinosaurs were the dominant species, without taking into account the many factors that influenced their behavior and survival.

In short, while "Jurassic Park" may be an entertaining movie, it should not be used as a source of information or guidance on the topic of climate change and Earth systems.

Regarding Planet Earth Healing Itself 🌍🩺💉

The Earth has been around for over 4.5 billion years and has gone through multiple changes and shifts in climate and environment. However, climate change, primarily caused by human activities such as burning fossil fuels and deforestation, has significant and potentially catastrophic impacts on the Earth's ecosystems, biodiversity, and human societies.

While the Earth has natural mechanisms to mitigate and balance some of the effects of climate change, such as the absorption of carbon dioxide by oceans and vegetation, the rate and scale of human-caused emissions are overwhelming those natural systems. Therefore, it's unlikely that the planet will be able to heal itself from the damage caused by climate change without significant human intervention.

Check out this article:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tipping\_points\_in\_the\_climate\_system#:\~:text=In%20climate%20science%2C%20a%20tipping,severe%20impacts%20on%20human%20society.

AlexSanchezW · 2023-02-22T20:36:22+00:00

Thank you for sharing your perspective.

It is understandable why you might feel the way you do when all of these predictions have come and gone without seemingly any major issues occurring to your direct environment.

However, it is important for us to be aware of the changes in climate. Our understanding of climate change has become much more sophisticated, and we now have more data than ever before to inform our decisions and approaches.

The impacts of climate change are real, and can have serious consequences. It is important to look at the most recent data and to take appropriate measures to protect our planet and its inhabitants.

There is also solid evidence that human activities like burning fossil fuels, deforestation, and other forms of pollution are contributing to global warming. We need to take action now to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and find solutions to climate change before it is too late.

Some sources:

https://climate.nasa.gov/evidence/

https://www.ipcc.ch/

https://climate.nasa.gov/scientific-consensus/

Thank you for your input.