Honestly - How much will you sacrifice for a better world? (lemmy.world)

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Confronted with the likelihood that we cannot achieve climate goals, confront socioeconomic inequality, and ultimately build a better world without significant personal sacrifice: How much are you personally capable and willing to lose? I mean this in the most earnest way possible. Acknowledging the likely possibility of working for an unethical organization while simultaneously supporting family who rely on you financially. Do you believe the amount we can and will bear aligns with the amount we must bear?

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[-] Thorny_Insight@lemm.ee 3 points 1 year ago

Not that much if I'm being completely honest. I've got bills to pay so I'm going to keep driving my truck to work, consuming stuff and buying meat. I'm more than happy to take part in the collective effort however so when the government sets new laws and regulations to fight climate change I just go with it even if it inconveniences me. Up to a point obviously. I just don't think that my actions as an individual makes any real difference. I'm not going to live more sub-optimal life than what I'm already living only so that I can feel good about being on the moral highground despite knowing it made no difference. I applaud everyone who does but that's just not me.

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