If you feel overwhelmed by the state of the world, you’re not broken. You’re paying attention.

Signs of eco-anxiety or existential dread:

• Constant worry about the future
• Guilt for existing or consuming
• Feeling frozen, hopeless, or avoidant

What helps:

• Limit news exposure (schedule, don’t binge)
• Focus on micro-agency (what’s in your control)
• Stay grounded in real-world action, not doomscrolling
• Anchor to your values, not your fear

You don’t have to shut down emotionally. But you do have to protect your nervous system so you can stay engaged without burning out.