Since you’re reading this post, I’m guessing you’re concerned about climate change. But there’s often a gap between how we feel about climate change and what we actually do about it. If that could be you, here’s a strategy that might help: write a letter for a child or grandchild to read in the future.
So that’s my challenge to you today: think of a real person in your life (perhaps a child or grandchild?) who will be living at some point in the future (perhaps 2050, or a milestone birthday?) and write a letter for them to read at that future point.
- Choose a real person, not an imaginary future person. That way you can attach a face, personal experiences, emotion and more.
- Share a bit of what you know about the main causes and consequences of climate change, and why you’re concerned
- Share a bit about your hopes for successfully reducing emissions and solving climate change
- Share a bit about actions you’re taking and actions you plan to take. Don’t be afraid to share your frustrations, or barriers you’re experiencing (we all have those) – but also try not to turn them into excuses for inaction.
- Add anything else you’d like to say: a prayer for peace, kindness, strength or love; your best advice; or something else.
- Then date it, seal it and pass it on to the recipient
Writing a letter need not take long; you can get a lot done in 30 minutes. But if it does take longer, well, aren’t the kids worth it?
Good luck – and if the article that inspired this post is correct, may this exercise renew your motivation and strengthen your resolve!
