Capacity Building with the Acosta Institute
Welcome to Capacity Building with the Acosta Institute, where we explore, define, and dream out loud about capacity building as an act of world building. In each episode, we explore insights, strategies, and transformative practices that empower individuals and organizations to create resilient, healing-centered environments. Join us to discover how capacity building can equip your team and community to thrive in the face of today’s challenges—and to co-create the impactful future you envision.
Capacity Building with the Acosta Institute
Episode 15: Compassionate Responses to Climate Challenges with Dr. Renee Lertzman
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This conversation with Renee Lertzman focuses on how compassion-based approaches can address the emotional and psychological dimensions of climate change. Renee shares insights from her extensive experience in trauma-informed education and climate psychology, offering practical strategies for managing climate-related grief, denial, and anxiety. Key takeaways include the "Three A's" framework (anxiety, ambivalence, and aspiration) as a tool for understanding human responses to existential threats and fostering deeper engagement. Participants will learn how to create supportive spaces for confronting difficult truths, building resilience, and fostering a collective capacity to navigate the complexities of our changing planet.
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