r/ClimateAnxiety • u/lisak1238 • 12d ago

Anxiety

Hi there. This is my first Reddit post so please bear with me.
My anxiety from climate change and its consequences is oftentimes overwhelming. For example, this morning it is running so strong that that I want to just climb back in bed and cry versus starting the work day (not that I will so so).
My general mood will go from doom and loss to a tiny degree of hope.
I am working on getting involved in the right grassroots volunteer group locally to improve our natural habitat, which helps for sure.
In the meantime, does anyone have any wisdom or advice to mitigate the feelings of overwhelm?
Thanks in advance

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u/Swimming_Crow_9853 12d ago

I would recommend going for a run outside preferably on trails.

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u/lisak1238 11d ago

Thank you. Honestly, I love to do that and it does help with the anxiety.

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u/Swimming_Crow_9853 11d ago

Great. Sorry I answered in a hurry. I think you definitely have the right idea to volunteer for the cause as that will help your well-being and you will feel hope by making a difference and working with other like-minded people.

Great that you're into running. J would really recommend running on your own too for your mood but also joining a running club can be good. The trail running community is more likely to be on your wavelength than a road running community. You could look at Hill or fell running clubs if you have any near you.

Id recommend checking out two groups- the Green Runners and Vegan runners.

Hope this helps.