Hope is portrayed as a deceptive expectation that hinders action and understanding, particularly in the face of climate change and societal challenges.
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The essay 'In Praise of Themis' by Gail Zawacki reflects on the concept of denial in humanity regarding climate change and the inevitability of ecological collapse. Zawacki critiques the notion of hope as a dangerous illusion that...
The post examines how the term 'we' can be a divisive and tyrannical rhetorical tool in climate change discourse and social issues.
The post critiques 'hopium' and 'hope porn,' arguing that both distract from the urgent realities of climate collapse and lack actionable solutions.
As of January 1, 2026, the global temperature anomaly is 1.45°C above the pre-industrial baseline, with predictions indicating a breach of the Paris limit by 2027.
Strategies for managing climate denier trolls include blocking their responses and using humor or insults to counter misinformation in discussions.
The post critiques Genevieve Guenther's concept of the 'third and final form of doomism,' which she describes as a nihilistic attitude among privileged individuals who feel insulated from the climate crisis. The author argues that...
This post updates temperature anomaly predictions for 2026 and beyond, offering insights for Over/Under wagers based on accelerating warming and temperature jerk methods.
Twelve climate-related predictions for 2025 are evaluated, revealing outcomes that underscore the severity of the ongoing climate crisis.
The article categorizes seventeen distinct types of 'doomers' who perceive climate change and environmental collapse through various lenses. Each type, from the Social Media Doomer to the Uncivilized Manifesto Doomer, presents uni...
Being a 'doomer' involves recognizing the unsustainability of modern civilization while fostering kindness and community in the face of inevitable collapse.
The post discusses the author's recent appearances on various platforms, focusing on themes of doomism and environmental concerns. It highlights the ongoing discourse around climate change, activism, and the psychological stages o...
The blog post discusses the author's recent appearance on 'Santa Barbara Talks' and reflects on themes of doomism and doomerism, particularly in the context of climate change and societal challenges. It includes commentary on the ...
The blog post discusses the author's recent appearances on various platforms, including Science Talk and Environmental Coffeehouse, highlighting their engagement with topics related to environmental issues and creative practices i...
The text discusses the challenges faced by 'doomers' who are aware of the accelerating collapse of the planet and the ongoing sixth great extinction. It also critiques an interview with Genevieve Guenther, who discusses doomerism ...
The text discusses the impact of climate change and the difficulty in explaining it to people. It also mentions a new study on climate change and provides a link to it.
The essay discusses the failure of the Inflation Reduction Act and the impact of the information environment on politics. It emphasizes the need for Democrats to adapt to the current infotainment environment and actively engage in...
A collection of 'doom quotes' from various authors about the state of the world and the environment, posted in April 2025.
The post contains a series of doom quotes posted to the author's Bluesky account in March, 2025. The quotes reflect a sense of impending doom and environmental catastrophe, drawing from various sources including literature, movies...
The post contains a collection of 'doom quotes' posted to the author's Bluesky account in February, 2025, reflecting on environmental and climate-related issues. The quotes are from various sources, including movies, books, and sp...
This post contains 'doom quotes' posted to my Bluesky account in January, 2025. The quotes are about climate change and its impact on the planet and human life.
The text discusses the author's appearance on Environmental Coffeehouse on January 17, 2025, and the topic of the world's environmental issues.
The text discusses the inaccuracy of the claim that the planet has heated by the equivalent of 25 billion Hiroshima bombs worth of heating due to GHGs since 1971. The author explains that the correct number is 6.05 billion through...
The text discusses the concept of betting on the end of the world based on global warming statistics. It explains the methodology for computing over/under temperature targets and the use of models to predict future global surface ...