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Finding the human place in nature

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Beef Down, Atmosphere Up

Kenneth Worthy Ph.D. on March 25, 2017

You can feel the benefits of eating less meat, but you should also be aware that it’s a boon to the planet.

You can feel the benefits of eating less meat, but you should also be aware that it’s a boon to the planet.

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A Deadly Embrace of Ignorance

Kenneth Worthy Ph.D. on December 30, 2016

The new ascendance of deception and disavowal of truth could mean disaster for Earth and its people unless we act.

The new ascendance of deception and disavowal of truth could mean disaster for Earth and its people unless we act.

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Three Ways to Reduce Animal Agriculture

Kenneth Worthy Ph.D. on October 1, 2016

Research shows that different techniques should be used for people in different stages of moving toward less meat and dairy in their diets. Which category are you in?

Research shows that different techniques should be used for people in different stages of moving toward less meat and dairy in their diets. Which category are you in?

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Fear, Division, Trump, and Collapse

Kenneth Worthy Ph.D. on June 26, 2016

Recent political developments—the rise of Trump and the Brexit—have many people flabbergasted. Do they mean something more fundamental for the sustainability of modern society?

Recent political developments—the rise of Trump and the Brexit—have many people flabbergasted. Do they mean something more fundamental for the sustainability of modern society?

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Soliphilia and Other Ways of Loving a Planet

Kenneth Worthy Ph.D. on May 9, 2016

Love for nature and despair over its deterioration both get swept under the carpet of everyday experience. Naming them can bring them both to the surface and liberate us to act.

Love for nature and despair over its deterioration both get swept under the carpet of everyday experience. Naming them can bring them both to the surface and liberate us to act.

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Eco-Indulgences for Eco-Sin?

Kenneth Worthy Ph.D. on March 28, 2016

Climate disruption has arrived and is worsening. Many solutions are possible. Are carbon offsets a viable one, or do they merely alleviate guilt and promote more carbon sin?

Climate disruption has arrived and is worsening. Many solutions are possible. Are carbon offsets a viable one, or do they merely alleviate guilt and promote more carbon sin?

Fear
Fear, Loathing, and Denial at the End of the World

Kenneth Worthy Ph.D. on February 29, 2016

The antics of some presidential candidates—shouting, insults, sexism, and racism—are making many people cringe. We need adults in the room to deal with society’s major problems.

The antics of some presidential candidates—shouting, insults, sexism, and racism—are making many people cringe. We need adults in the room to deal with society’s major problems.

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Dirty Little Secrets of Exxon

Kenneth Worthy Ph.D. on December 31, 2015

The fossil fuel industry has mimicked the cigarette industry in keeping the huge downside of their products from the public eye. Generations will live with these consequences.

The fossil fuel industry has mimicked the cigarette industry in keeping the huge downside of their products from the public eye. Generations will live with these consequences.

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The Quietly Burning Earth

Kenneth Worthy Ph.D. on November 2, 2015

Fires are raging out of control in Indonesia today, decimating vast areas of forests. Journalist George Monbiot writes, “A great tract of Earth is on fire and threatened species are being driven out of their habitats. This is a crime against humanity and nature.” Our search for food made with cheap palm oil means we all have a hand in this “eco-apocalypse.”

Fires are raging out of control in Indonesia today, decimating vast areas of forests. Journalist George Monbiot writes, “A great tract of Earth is on fire and threatened species are being driven out of their habitats. This is a crime against humanity and nature.” Our search for food made with cheap palm oil means we all have a hand in this “eco-apocalypse.”

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Earth to Humans: Why Have You Forsaken Me? Limited Behavior

Kenneth Worthy Ph.D. on November 1, 2015

What are the psychological roadblocks that explain why we’re not doing much to solve global climate change—a phenomenon that threatens the core of our society? This is the seventh and final post in a seven-part series.

What are the psychological roadblocks that explain why we’re not doing much to solve global climate change—a phenomenon that threatens the core of our society? This is the seventh and final post in a seven-part series.

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Earth to Humans: Why Have You Forsaken Me? Perceived Risk

Kenneth Worthy Ph.D. on September 29, 2015

What are the psychological roadblocks that explain why we’re not doing much to solve global climate change—a phenomenon that threatens the core of our society? This is the sixth post in a seven-part series.

What are the psychological roadblocks that explain why we’re not doing much to solve global climate change—a phenomenon that threatens the core of our society? This is the sixth post in a seven-part series.

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Earth to Humans: Why Have You Forsaken Me? Discredence

Kenneth Worthy Ph.D. on August 31, 2015

What are the psychological roadblocks that explain why we’re not doing much to solve global climate change—a phenomenon that threatens the core of our society? This is the fifth installment in a seven-part series.

What are the psychological roadblocks that explain why we’re not doing much to solve global climate change—a phenomenon that threatens the core of our society? This is the fifth installment in a seven-part series.

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Earth to Humans: Why Have You Forsaken Me? Sunk Costs

Kenneth Worthy Ph.D. on July 25, 2015

What are the psychological roadblocks that explain why we’re not doing much to solve global climate change—a phenomenon that threatens the core of our society? This is the fourth post in a seven-part series.

What are the psychological roadblocks that explain why we’re not doing much to solve global climate change—a phenomenon that threatens the core of our society? This is the fourth post in a seven-part series.