Blue Minds - Bonus Ep #1 - Unpacking Eco-Anxiety - A/Prof Caroline Gao

🎙️ Welcome to Episode 1 of the Blue Minds Special Series on the Good Humans Podcast! Unpacking Eco AnxietyIn this inspiring first episode of our Blue Minds Special Series, I’m joined by co-host Kal Glanznig—ocean advocate, documentary filmmaker, and the co-creator of Blue Minds Youth Ocean Leadership. Together, we’re diving into the rising tide of eco-anxiety and exploring how young Australians can turn fear into fuel for meaningful action.Our special guest today is Caroline Gao—a biostatistician at Orygen, one of the world's largest youth mental health research organisations. Caroline brings such a grounded, powerful perspective on how climate distress is impacting young people, and how hope, purpose, and community are key to building resilience.This conversation sets the tone for the Blue Minds Series: real talk about mental health, the environment, and empowering the next generation to lead with courage and creativity.What We Cover in This Episode:✅ What eco-anxiety actually is—and why it’s growing in young people✅ Caroline’s personal journey through climate distress and her research✅ How to balance urgency with optimism in the face of global challenges✅ The power of youth leadership and intergenerational storytelling✅ Tangible tools to support your mental wellbeing while driving change✅ The mission behind Blue Minds and what’s to come in the seriesStay Connected with Kal Glanznig & Blue Minds:📸 Instagram → @blueminds__🌊 Learn more & book a Blue Minds workshop for your school → www.blueminds.org.au🎧 Listen now and don’t forget to:✅ Subscribe to the podcast⭐ Leave a 5-star rating & review📲 Share this episode with a friend📸 Tag us in your story and help spread the Blue Minds mission!🌍 Learn more about Cooper & The Good Human Factory:🔗 Instagram: @goodhumanspod | @thegoodhumanfactory | @cooperchapman💻 Website: www.thegoodhumanfactory.com🛍️ Merch: Use code PODCAST for 25% OFF – Shop Here📚 Workshop Enquiry: Enquire Here📩 Sponsorship Enquiries: Email Cooper@thegoodhumanfactory.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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