10% Happier with Dan Harris How To Survive the News. CNN’s Bill Weir on Moving From Anger and Despair to Optimism and Resiliency.
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Feb 21, 2025 
Bill Weir, CNN’s climate reporter and author of "Life as We Know It Can Be," shares a hopeful perspective on climate change. He explores how a hotter Earth reshapes our lives and discusses the balance between acceptance and action. Weir highlights the psychological aspects of climate issues, including managing feelings of rage and despair. He emphasizes the importance of community resilience and personal engagement as tools for optimism, advocating for a proactive approach to environmental challenges.
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From Sports to Climate
- Dan Harris introduces Bill Weir, CNN's climate reporter, and his book focusing on climate change resilience.
- Harris highlights Weir's journey from a sports reporter to covering climate change and his struggle with the topic's emotional toll.
Bill Weir's Career Journey
- Bill Weir describes his career path, from sports reporting to covering climate change for CNN.
- He explains how his 'wonders of the world' series led him to realize the all-encompassing nature of the climate beat.
Maslow and Climate Change
- Bill Weir explains Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs, emphasizing its relevance to climate change.
- He discusses how climate change disrupts basic needs and how focusing on community and resilience can address the psychological impact.