CCL Training: Navigating Climate and Election Anxiety

Citizens' Climate Lobby

Climate change stands as the defining challenge of our era, a topic that can feel overwhelming in its scope and implications. As we grapple with this global crisis, many of us also face mounting anxiety about upcoming elections, whose outcomes could profoundly shape our response to climate change and impact the world we cherish. In this workshop, we'll explore the intersection of climate and election anxiety. We'll begin by defining these phenomena and examining their root causes and common manifestations. Most importantly, we'll introduce a practical five-step framework designed to help you navigate these complex emotions and concerns skillfully. By the end of our session, you'll have a deeper understanding of climate and election anxiety, as well as concrete tools to manage these feelings effectively. Our goal is to empower you to engage with these critical issues while maintaining your well-being and sense of agency.

Presentation Slides: https://cclusa.org/election-climate-anxiety
Resilience Hub: https://cclusa.org/resilience

Skip ahead to the following section(s):
(0:00) Intro & Agenda
(2:51) Exploring Anxiety
(13:10) Five Steps to Resilience
(31:34) Practice Ideas