Eco-Anxiety: Pathology or Rational Response?
Understanding Eco-Emotions in the Face of Environmental Crisis
I dive into the topic of eco anxiety—a term encompassing a range of emotions tied to environmental degradation. We explore its meaning, associated emotions like eco grief and eco rage, and how these are studied in research. The episode challenges the ways eco anxiety is currently conceptualized, particularly the problematic mind-body separation in Western thought. We discuss the relevance of these emotions in addressing the climate crisis and reflect on the need for a more inclusive, indigenous-centered research focus. Ultimately, the episode highlights the mobilizing potential of eco emotions as a rational response to environmental threats and encourages collective action towards systemic change.
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