Common Themes
Connecting with Nature
The crises we are faced with in today’s world – climate change, ecological collapse, extinction, pollution, and mental health – can be traced to the disconnection between humans and natural world. Nature can be a source of solace, balance and healing for many. People here share how they first became aware of environmental issues, and their special connection to the land and its non-human inhabitants that they share it with.
Importance of Community
Much of the value of Transition Town’s work stems from the friendships and connections volunteers have with each other. Our sense of well-being depends crucially on our connections with each other, with a shared sense of belonging, and a feeling that we are there for each other. Working together on a shared project builds hope and resilience, no matter what age or background or skills you have: the more varied the mix, the richer it is!
Building Hope
One of Transition’s key mottos is ‘Hope… with its sleeves rolled up.’ How has hope played a part in people’s decision to volunteer with Transition Town, and how, in turn, has that work affected how they feel about the future?
Facing the future
Looking back on the past, recalling one’s own childhood and memories, can invite nostalgia and longing, especially when the news today feels more and more frightening and gloomy. How do people view the future – their own, or their children’s, or of this place in general? What actions are they taking in the present to change the course of the future that is yet to come?
Taking action for the climate
The issue of climate change is so huge, so world-encompassing, it is easy to feel that any action taken by an individual is so tiny as to be entirely futile. Yet many, many people have joined together to change the narrative around climate change, emissions targets, and climate justice. How this plays out in people’s everyday lives, and the choices they make, is a fascinating question. This page has paths:
- Transition Town Wellington in Southwest England Interviews Serai'ya Crawley
- Overview of Transition Activities Serai'ya Crawley
This page references:
- Patricia DeMarco - Taking Action For The Climate
- Facing The Future - Emmanuelle Favre
- Patricia DeMarco - Importance of Community
- Taking Action For The Climate - Cedric Loy
- Richard Olson - Facing The Future
- Connecting With Nature- Tess W.
- Importance of Community - Kathleen P.
- Building Hope - Rick S.
- Facing The Future - Jeremy M.
- Taking Action For The Climate - Joseph B.
- Connecting With Nature - Gaby Oriente
- Jessica Cohodes - Building Hope
- Importance of Community - Cécile Lucas & Marianne Agraz
- Marcia Dinkins - Connecting With Nature
- Building Hope - Marie Pierre