Make Sense of What You’re Feeling

Explore articles and perspectives that dig deeper into climate emotions, mental well-being, and the ways we process a changing climate.

5 min. read

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I’m Up Late at Night Worrying About Global Warming. Please Can You Put My Mind at Rest?
Ever find yourself lying awake worrying about climate change and what the future might look like? A mental health expert responds to a teen’s concerns with advice on managing climate anxiety, talking about your feelings, and finding comfort through connection and action.
Caroline Hickman
9 min. read

9 Teen Climate Activists Fighting for a Livable Future

Think you’re too young to make a difference? Meet nine teen climate activists who are speaking up, organizing their communities, and fighting for a healthier planet. Their stories show how young people can turn concern and frustration into meaningful action.
Marilyn La Jeunesse
4 min. read

Climate Anxiety Toolbox: A Resource Guide for Young People Facing Climate Anxiety and Grief

Feeling overwhelmed by climate change? This free toolbox brings together articles, podcasts, workshops, and support communities to help you navigate climate anxiety, build emotional resilience, connect with others, and find ways to turn your feelings into action
Multiple Authors
Positivity
8 min. read

Seven Ways to Find Your Purpose in Life

Finding purpose starts with discovering what matters to you. Explore ways to connect your interests, values and experiences with something bigger than yourself.
Jill Suttie
4 min. read

How to Cope With Climate Anxiety

Worried about the planet but not sure what to do about it? Hear from a young person who understands climate anxiety and shares practical tips for managing stress, avoiding endless doomscrolling, and focusing on the things you can control.
Anonymous
7 min. read

This Climate and Mental Health Worker Saw Her Family’s House Burn in a Wildfire

After the devastating Maui wildfires destroyed her family’s home, young filmmaker and climate advocate Laurel Tamayo set out to share her community’s story. Discover how she’s using film to explore grief, healing, resilience, and the power of coming together after a disaster.
Anya Kamenetz
Fear, Sadness
7 min. read

Climate Anxiety and High School: How Young People are Coping

Hear from high school students about how climate concerns show up in their everyday lives and the ways they’re finding support, connection and ways to cope.
Teen Vogue Staff

TOOLS

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From the Climate Emotion Wheel to guided coping exercises, our tools help you identify and work through your feelings at your own pace.

STORIES

Hear From the Community

You’re not alone in feeling this. Read real stories from people around the world navigating climate anxiety, grief, and hope — and find comfort in shared experience.

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