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How do you cope with eco-anxiety as a parent? (sh.itjust.works)
submitted 1 year ago by to c/parenting@lemmy.world
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Hello,

I have two young kids and lately, I am having a lot of anxiety and sadness thinking about how the current climate crisis will affect them.

I also have regrets because I decided to have children while knowing about the climate crisis. At the time, I was optimistic, but no so much anymore.

It has been hitting me hard the last few days. How do you cope/deal with this as a parent?

Thanks

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[–] [S] 4 points 1 year ago (1 child)

I've read a lot about eco-anxiety lately and one of the coping mechanisms is through community action and what you said falls into this to me.

Even though I don't feel any better in this moment, I appreciate the thought and it will definitely help me when I will be in a better head space.

Thanks

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  • [–] 3 points 1 year ago

    I have spent too much time taking to my therapist about this issue and that's why I try to think positively about my children's impact on the future.

    I can only control so much of my life and I can't control them but I can pass along my values.

    I am still looking hard at a career pivot to a more pro social industry but for the moment my efforts are best providing stability and safety. I can take more risks when they are not as dependent on me.

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