"Anxiety is a normal, healthy emotion that serves a protective function in high-risk situations. The human mind has evolved not only to respond to danger in the present moment but also to predict and anticipate danger in the future."
"Feeling anxious in response to real, immediate risks is a healthy nervous system response. It's also normal to feel helpless. As humans, we are natural 'fixers.' We love nothing more than to solve a problem, find a solution, get rid of an issue, or make something better."
Anxiety is a natural emotion that helps humans respond to danger, including threats posed by climate change. The current mild winter and low snowpack raise concerns about future summers and potential wildfires. This anxiety is not only about immediate risks but also about long-term implications for future generations. Understanding the difference between pain and suffering is crucial, and employing cognitive and behavioral coping skills can help manage overwhelming feelings. It's important to reconnect with present truths when anxiety becomes overwhelming.
Read at Psychology Today
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