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Meteorologist resigns, citing PTSD from threats over climate change coverage
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Oh, I’m not wise, I’m just pissed off. Gotta use my anger as fuel to burn a raging bonfire of KINDNESS.
I'm honestly super into this mentality, and love this thread -- Kindness in order to maintain the hope that remains in all of us that care about each other and our world!
Lol. Being angry is also punk as fuck, and I still think you're wiser than I. Many wise people through history has preached kindness and regardless of their other sometimes silly ideas, kindness seem to be a bit of a common theme between many of them. It is a powerful force and we need it more than ever. It's the only thing that can stand against the hate we see too much of these days. The hate was always there, but it seem to have gained legitimacy as of late. That needs to be fought with kindness, not more hate. Kindness brings hope and we need more of that. See? Wise.
There was this one pretty cool dude a couple thousand years ago…
To (badly) paraphrase Good Omens:
“What did he do to make them so angry?”
“Told them to be kind to each other.”
Yeah he was right about that, but what many people don't get is that kindness in and of itself is actually all you need. All that other baggage that comes with the dude you're talking about has caused a lot of trouble and isn't necessary for kindness to work its magic. Love is all you need, to quote someone else who wasn't always on the money, but he was right about that.
Yeah, can’t say I think much of his fan club…
Yeah, Lennon fans can be annoying.
I was shocked to my core, angry, and fed up when everything in 2020 laid bare what our leadership truly stood for. I switched careers and went into renewable energy public policy to feel like I was doing something to curb carbon emissions. I started ebike commuting despite people wanting to run me off the road just for existing. I eliminated plastics in buying soap and all manner of cleaning products, eat mostly vegetarian, and root for the orcas. I channel that anger into motivation to educate people on my choices, and to be patient when I can't convince them all. It's exhausting, but the anger keeps me going!
Good for you! Wish more people would follow your example. Not everyone can, but there's always something to do. I must say that this community has made my day a lot better. It is easy to lose hope, but I have gained back a little faith in humanity today. Thanks.