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Why our Brains Don't Fear Climate Change Enough

The Happiness Lab with Dr. Laurie Santos

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Psychology of Climate Action

This chapter examines the psychological factors influencing human responses to climate change, focusing on the balance between fear-based messaging and positive future framing. It discusses how biases can lead to overestimations of the challenges associated with sustainable practices and highlights the necessity of collective action and political reform. The conversation concludes with an optimistic outlook on upcoming research linking eco-friendly behaviors to enhanced well-being, suggesting actionable paths toward positive change.

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