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Empowering Sustainability THE PSYCHOLOGY OF SUSTAINABLE BEHAVIOR
The majority of people in the world understand that human
behavior is driving serious disruptions of the natural systems we rely on for
food, water, and all other resources. Concern about these issues is on the
rise: opinion polls show that most Americans think we should do more to
preserve and protect the environment. Unfortunately, this concern is not enough
because real and perceived barriers prevent us from taking action.
Research in psychology describes three types of barriers:
Community Building is Sustainability
Community Brings Happiness. How many of your
happiest moments have been spent with those you love? We are social creatures;
healthy family and community ties are the foundation for our physical,
emotional, economic, and spiritual health. Our common future will be built
through healthy community as we band together to solve climate change and
create clean, green, and local living economies.
Turning lemons into lemonade. By joining hands with neighbors, communities are turning lemons into lemonade.
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