Can being happier help us save the planet?

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After a summer of heatwaves and wildfires, thinking about the climate can be downright depressing. But what if the choices that make us happier could also help save the planet?

In this episode, Garvia speaks with Dr. Elizabeth Dunn, a University of British Columbia psychology professor, happiness researcher, and co-author of Leave the Lights On: How Joyful Decisions Can Save Our Species.

Dr. Dunn explains why guilt and fear haven’t inspired the climate action we need, how everyday choices – from what we eat to how we travel – can support both personal well-being and a healthier planet, and why taking action on an issue we care about may be one of the most powerful ways to manage our anxiety.