Second Nature What Are We Going To Do Now?
Dec 10, 2025
In a riveting discussion, Dr. Ayana Elizabeth Johnson, a marine biologist and climate policy expert, shares her vision for collective climate action. She emphasizes the importance of community resilience and the need to bridge gaps in public support. Ayana advocates for reviving traditional practices, creating ripples of change rather than seeking glory, and finding joy at the intersection of skills and climate work. The conversation encourages transitioning from individualism to collaboration, inspiring listeners to join local climate efforts and embrace a collective approach.
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Action Over Passive Hope
- Hope alone won't drive climate action; it must connect to concrete strategies and behaviors.
- Katelan urges shifting from waiting for inspiration to actively doing things that scale beyond individual efforts.
Redefine Radical As Everyday Practices
- Embrace 'radical' as practical neighborly acts: repair, slow down, and garden.
- Contributors recommend modest, community-rooted practices as accessible radical steps.
The Perception Gap Limits Collective Action
- Most people support climate policies, but individuals underestimate this public support.
- This 'perception gap' makes people act as if they're alone and focus only on household fixes.
