67. Becoming an Optimist in Action w. Anne Therese Gennari & Robin Shaw
Welcome to Season 3, “Optimist In Action!”
In this episode, you’ll meet our new co-host, Robin Shaw, and hear how Anne Therese’s work inspired Robin to change her life. Learn about AT’s journey as an activist and “stubborn climate optimist,” why she considers herself a “recovering vegan,” and how she’s learned to deal with climate anxiety. Find out how meeting Anne Therese changed Robin’s approach to work, life and parenting, and how they came up with “Optimist In Action” as a campaign, social movement, and way of life. Get ready to get inspired!
Talked about:
Activism as a source of happiness
Awareness hurts and that’s ok
How to protect (or not protect?) your heart
What does it mean to bring a child to today's world?
Tips for small but empowered actions
The magic in creating ripple effects of change
To learn more about Anne Therese’s work:
Website: https://theclimateoptimist.com/
The Collective: https://www.collectivexaction.com/
Instagram: @annetheresegennari
Modeling Agency: https://www.rolemodelsmgmt.com/
To learn more about Robin’s work:
Website: https://parentsxplanet.com/
Instagram: @robinxshaw
Quotes:
Our Deepest Fear by Marianne Williamson
"Whatever you can do, or dream you can, begin it; Boldness has genius, power, and magic in it. Begin it now." - by William Hutchinson Murray paraphrasing Goethe
“Keep some room in your heart for the unimaginable” - Mary Oliver
Also mentioned in this episode:
Children’s book: We Are Water Protectors by Carole Lindstrom, illustrated by Michaela Goade
Model Activist Community: Model Mafia
