Navigating the paradox between consumer appetite and ecological conscience is an ongoing struggle. Resolving this tension requires structural changes to the way the world works, including to social norms about consumption. Whilst individuals are able to exercise personal agency through small daily choices or supporting collective efforts, changing systemic drivers feels beyond the capacity or means of most. As a result, a pervasive sense of learned helplessness dominates and exacerbates our eco-anxiety.
Tamzin Ractliffe
The Long View
— 24 April 2024 —