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Climate Concerns: Cisco Colleagues Give Personal Advice on How to Navigate Eco-Anxiety

Climate Concerns: Cisco Colleagues Give Personal Advice on How to Navigate Eco-Anxiety

氣候問題:思科同事就如何應對生態焦慮提供個人建議
Accesswire ·  05/22 21:15

NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / May 22, 2024 / Cisco Systems Inc.
By Stacey Faucett

馬薩諸塞州北安普敦/ACCESSWIRE /2024 年 5 月 22 日/思科系統公司
作者:Stacey Faucett

We've all seen the headlines in the news focusing on wildfires, floods, droughts, and hurricanes. For those of us who care deeply about the health of our planet, it's hard not to be concerned about the consequences of climate change.

我們都看過以野火、洪水、乾旱和颶風爲重點的新聞頭條。對於我們這些深切關心地球健康的人來說,很難不擔心氣候變化的後果。

According to the American Psychological Association (APA), "eco-anxiety" refers to "anxiety or worry about climate change and its effects." May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and in honor of that, I decided it was timely to reflect on this issue.

根據美國心理學會(APA)的說法,“生態焦慮” 是指 “對氣候變化及其影響的焦慮或擔憂”。五月是心理健康宣傳月,爲了紀念這一點,我認爲現在是反思這個問題的時候了。

Working in the field of environmental sustainability, these feelings can crop up due to my exposure to the realities around climate change. So, what do I do to cope? First, I educate myself. I know that tackling climate change will take a collaborative effort, and the more I know about these efforts and innovations, the more excited I feel about what can be accomplished.

在環境可持續性領域工作,這些感覺之所以會因爲我接觸到氣候變化的現實而出現。那麼,我該怎麼做才能應對?首先,我自學。我知道應對氣候變化需要共同努力,而且我對這些努力和創新的了解越多,我對所能取得的成就越感到興奮。

And, secondly, I believe that small steps can make a difference. Let me share one example of this I saw on the community level. Walking in a nearby neighborhood, I saw a large sign that caught my attention: "Save Our Tree." First, I was struck by the word "our" because residents saw a responsibility for the future of this tree. The tree is large and has a long history with the people who live nearby. The city planned to remove the tree because they felt it might impose a risk due to its proximity to the sidewalk.

其次,我相信小步驟可以有所作爲。讓我舉一個我在社區層面看到的例子。在附近的街區散步,我看到一個引起我注意的大標語:“拯救我們的樹”。首先,“我們的” 這個詞讓我印象深刻,因爲居民認爲這棵樹對未來負有責任。這棵樹很大,與住在附近的人們有着悠久的歷史。該市計劃拆除這棵樹,因爲他們認爲這棵樹靠近人行道,可能會帶來風險。

This story has a happy ending, though. The city found an alternative solution after residents formed a movement and encouraged others to petition government officials. This small win gave me some hope, and I saw the power that individuals can have when they work together.

不過,這個故事有一個圓滿的結局。在居民發起運動並鼓勵其他人向政府官員請願之後,該市找到了替代解決方案。這次小勝利給了我一些希望,我看到了個人共同努力所能擁有的力量。

But that's my own perspective. I decided to ask some of my colleagues also working in the field of environmental sustainability at Cisco's Chief Sustainability Office how they are coping as well, and this is what they had to share:

但這是我自己的觀點。我決定問問一些同樣在思科首席可持續發展辦公室從事環境可持續發展領域的同事,他們也是如何應對的,這就是他們要分享的內容:

Hyelom Love

Hyelom Love

"Eco-anxiety can be daunting, but there's real power in focusing on the things we can control. First off, every choice, from the food we eat to the clothes we wear, matters. It's about asking ourselves what we really need versus what's just a passing want. This approach is good for the health of the planet and also kind to your bank account. It's about making decisions that resonate with both our values and practicality.

“生態焦慮可能令人望而生畏,但專注於我們可以控制的事情確實有力量。首先,從我們吃的食物到穿的衣服,每一個選擇都很重要。這是關於問問自己我們真正需要什麼,而不是短暫的需求。這種方法對地球的健康有益,對你的銀行賬戶也有好處。這是關於做出與我們的價值觀和實用性產生共鳴的決策。

Keeping up with environmental news and breakthroughs is another way to stay proactive. It's not just about doom-scrolling through climate headlines; it's also about understanding the strides we're making in science and policy. This knowledge is key when engaging with those who are willing to step up. Together, we can shape the future we want to see-a more sustainable one with leaders who are ready to act.

及時了解環境新聞和突破是保持積極主動的另一種方式。這不僅僅是滾動瀏覽氣候頭條;還要了解我們在科學和政策方面取得的進步。在與願意挺身而出的人互動時,這些知識是關鍵。通過共同努力,我們可以塑造我們希望看到的未來——一個更可持續的未來,領導者願意採取行動。

Lastly, there's something inherently grounding about spending time outdoors. Whether you're cycling, playing soccer, or getting your hands dirty in the local community garden, these activities bring us closer to the very environment we're striving to protect. Each moment spent under the open sky is a gentle nudge, a reminder of the planet's beauty and our role in preserving it. The more we engage with the outdoors, the stronger our commitment to safeguarding it becomes.

最後,在戶外度過時光本質上是有基礎的。無論你是騎自行車、踢足球,還是在當地的社區花園裏弄髒雙手,這些活動都能讓我們更接近我們努力保護的環境。在開闊的天空下度過的每一刻都是一次溫柔的推動,讓人想起地球的美麗以及我們在保護地球中所扮演的角色。我們參與戶外活動的次數越多,我們對保護戶外活動的承諾就越堅定。

By zeroing in on these three aspects-thoughtful consumption, staying informed and engaging with others, and connecting with nature-we can address our eco-anxiety with intention and clarity. It's a balanced approach that allows us to face environmental challenges head-on, with a sense of purpose and hope."

通過關注這三個方面——周到的消費、隨時了解情況和與他人互動以及與自然建立聯繫——我們可以有意而清晰地解決我們的生態焦慮。這是一種平衡的方法,使我們能夠帶着目標感和希望直面環境挑戰。”

Natalie Stubb

娜塔莉·斯塔布

"As someone who works closely on net zero strategies, I am often confronted with some of the brutal realities of what climate science predicts can happen without meaningful greenhouse gas emissions reductions across all sectors in a relatively short period of time. Eco-anxiety is tricky because while I understand the work that needs to be done both at a corporate level and in my personal life, it can sometimes feel insurmountable. On top of this, the news cycle often likes to highlight alarming climate events and showcase negative climate viewpoints.

“作爲一個密切關注淨零戰略的人,我經常面臨一些殘酷的現實,即如果不在相對較短的時間內對所有行業進行有意義的溫室氣體減排,氣候科學的預測就會發生。生態焦慮很棘手,因爲雖然我了解在公司層面和個人生活中都需要完成的工作,但有時卻感覺無法克服。最重要的是,新聞週期經常喜歡突出令人震驚的氣候事件,展示負面的氣候觀點。

It's easy to fall into a negative thought spiral about the way things could go if we, as a society, don't make some drastic changes. I try to focus on what I can control and look for opportunities to reconnect with nature.

如果我們作爲一個社會不做出一些重大改變,很容易陷入對事情發展方向的負面思考。我會盡量專注於自己能控制的事情,尋找與自然重新建立聯繫的機會。

At work, it's helpful to remember that sustainability is good for the business, and good for the world. An increase in global renewable energy resources can create new jobs, open up new areas of scientific research, and reduce pollution. A demand for products that last longer and can be recycled can reduce waste, allow us to be creative with our designs, and give us all a little more financial freedom.

在工作中,記住可持續發展對企業有好處,對世界也有好處會很有幫助。全球可再生能源資源的增加可以創造新的就業機會,開闢新的科學研究領域,減少污染。對使用壽命更長且可以回收的產品的需求可以減少浪費,使我們能夠在設計中發揮創意,併爲我們所有人提供更多的財務自由。

Outside of work, I've been engaging in outdoor hobbies that remind me of the reasons that this work matters. To me this looks like finding something to be grateful for on my daily walk with my husband, spending time in my small garden where I'm learning to grow native herbs and vegetables, and taking advantage of Cisco's Time2Give program to volunteer at the local farmer's market and engage with others who care about sustainability."

工作之餘,我一直在從事戶外愛好,這讓我想起了這項工作之所以重要的原因。對我來說,這就像是在每天與丈夫一起散步時找到一些值得感激的東西,在我的小花園裏學習種植本地草藥和蔬菜,利用思科的Time2Give計劃在當地農貿市場做志願者,與其他關心可持續發展的人互動。”

Sneha Balasubramanian

Sneha Balasubramanian

"As someone deeply engaged with the climate crisis throughout my life, I feel the weight of its implications on a personal level. Recognizing the long journey ahead, I've found success in practicing a few strategies to deal with eco-anxiety.

“作爲一個在我一生中一直深度參與氣候危機的人,我在個人層面上感受到了氣候危機的影響。我意識到未來的漫長旅程,在實踐一些應對生態焦慮的策略方面取得了成功。

  • Work on things incrementally. I set realistic goals for myself with the recognition that I alone cannot enable transformational change overnight. I recognize my sphere of control and try to be an effective changemaker with the access and tools at my disposal.
  • Stay connected with close friends and family. I maintain strong relationships with those from whom I can learn, gain perspective, and share my insights with to avoid feeling overwhelmed and isolated.
  • Build a community of people with similar interests. In my journey across the world, I've looked for like-minded folks to find a shared understanding and a pool of resources to inspire my outlook.
  • Find interests outside this space to maintain a sense of balance. I've found it valuable to maintain and develop connections with individuals and activities outside the climate space to provide perspective.
  • Set reasonable expectations of myself. I have learned to accept that there are certain things, like flying across the world to meet my parents, that I cannot do away with. I work with a list of necessities and nice-to-haves that are conducive to my circumstances and way of life.
  • 循序漸進地處理事情。我爲自己設定了切合實際的目標,因爲我認識到,光靠自己無法在一夜之間實現轉型變革。我意識到自己的控制範圍,並努力通過可用的訪問權限和工具成爲一名有效的變革者。
  • 與親密的朋友和家人保持聯繫。我與那些可以向我學習、獲得視角並分享見解的人保持着牢固的關係,以避免感到不知所措和孤立。
  • 建立一個由志趣相投的人組成的社區。在我的環遊世界的旅程中,我一直在尋找志同道合的人,以找到共同的理解和資源來激發我的觀點。
  • 在這個空間之外尋找興趣愛好,保持平衡感。我發現與氣候空間以外的個人和活動保持和發展聯繫以提供視角很有價值。
  • 對自己設定合理的期望。我已經學會了接受,有些事情,比如飛越世界去見我的父母,是我無法取消的。我的工作清單上列出了符合我的處境和生活方式的必需品和必需品。

With these strategies, I work towards maintaining a balance between my exposure to information, actions I take, and my inner equilibrium."

通過這些策略,我努力在獲取信息、採取的行動和內在平衡之間保持平衡。”

These different tips on how to cope with eco-anxiety also happen to tie back to research-validated resilience strategies, including the power of human connection and spending time in nature. Interested in defining and creating your own habits and practices? The first small steps can include talking to others, and spending some time outside surrounded by nature.

這些關於如何應對生態焦慮的不同技巧也恰好與經過研究驗證的抗災策略有關,包括人際關係和在大自然中度過時光的力量。有興趣定義和創造自己的習慣和做法嗎?最初的小步驟可能包括與他人交談,以及在大自然的包圍下在戶外度過一段時間。

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