When We Are with Alex Steffen

Crisis Advice for Young People

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Jun 17, 2025
The discussion focuses on how having loved ones spurs a deeper concern for the future. Young people face unique challenges in a world of uncertainty and change. Strategies for resilience and proactive planning are emphasized, highlighting the importance of adapting to outdated systems. There's no universal answer, but valuable insights are shared to help individuals carve their own paths toward a better life. Listeners are encouraged to take ownership of their futures, preparing for the unpredictable road ahead.
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Young Face Toughest Times Ever

  • Young people face the toughest times since the Great Depression to establish themselves.
  • They must plan for a more intense, discontinuous future unlike any previous generation.
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Narrowing Window for Action

  • The window to act wisely on the planetary crisis is narrowing rapidly and repeatedly missed.
  • Competition for safer homes, jobs, and stability will intensify amid increasing instability.
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Leaders Delay Real Climate Action

  • Leaders often evade real climate action due to self-interest and profit motives.
  • Predatory delay and triangulation hinder genuine societal readiness for climate crises.
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