Post Reports How to cope with grief and find wonder as Earth's climate changes
Jun 21, 2025
In this insightful discussion, climate scientist Kate Marvel shares her journey as an expert witnessing the realities of climate change. She reveals the complex emotions tied to this crisis, encompassing grief, anger, and surprisingly, hope and wonder. Marvel emphasizes the significance of human connection to our planet and advocates for love as a driving force behind environmental action. By addressing the psychological barriers hindering climate awareness, she inspires listeners to embrace agency and a proactive mindset in the face of urgent challenges.
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Kate Marvel's Emotional Journey
- Kate Marvel, a climate physicist, explains how she watches climate models simulate disasters and how real-world change affects her emotionally.
- She initially struggled with her feelings, believing scientists should be objective but realized emotions are truthful and important.
Wonder in Climate Science
- Climate science reveals the beautiful and awe-inspiring understanding of Earth's energy and light journey.
- Marvel feels connected to the universe through the long path sunlight takes to reach us.
Earth: Our One and Only Home
- Earth is uniquely habitable and irreplaceable unlike other planets we study.
- Marvel identifies as an 'Earth supremacist' emphasizing the imperative to keep Earth livable rather than seeking other planets.
