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Finding Refuge in Denial: Why We Resist Climate Reality


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Why do we deny climate change despite overwhelming evidence? This video explores the psychology behind denial, its role as a coping mechanism, and how we can shift from avoidance to action.🌍 Why Do We Resist Climate Reality?Despite undeniable evidence, many people still deny or downplay the climate crisis. Why? Denial isn’t just ignorance—it’s a psychological survival mechanism. This video explores why we resist acknowledging climate peril, how misinformation fuels denial, and what we can do to break free.🔑 Key Takeaways: Why our brains struggle with long-term threats like climate change. How denial protects us from overwhelming anxiety. The role of false information in fueling climate skepticism. How interconnection and awareness can help us move beyond denial. Steps to overcome psychological resistance and take meaningful action.If you found this video insightful, like, share, and subscribe to support independent journalism! Leave a comment with your thoughts—what do you think is the biggest barrier to climate action?đŸŒ± Explore more content at InnerSelf.com#ClimateDenial #ClimateChange #ClimateCrisis #Psychology #Misinformation #ClimateAnxiety #Sustainability #ClimateAwareness #Environment #ClimateAction✅ Timestamps/Chapters:00:00 - Introduction: Why We Deny Climate Change02:15 - Denial as a Psychological Protection Mechanism05:40 - The Role of Misinformation in Climate Skepticism09:10 - How Separation and Disconnection Fuel Denial12:45 - Overcoming Inner Criticism & Fear of Change15:30 - Moving Beyond Denial to ActionClimate change, climate denial, environmental crisis, climate anxiety, psychology of denial, misinformation, global warming, sustainability, eco-consciousness, climate action, science communication


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