Understanding the link between mental health and sustainability
As conversations around sustainability gain momentum, it’s becoming increasingly clear that environmental and social challenges aren’t just impacting our planet, they’re also deeply affecting our mental health.
As environmental degradation and social erosion threaten our future, the sense of fear and helplessness can become paralyzing, not only hindering action on sustainability but also affecting individuals' ability to navigate other aspects of their lives.
However, not all hope is lost, and a great solution lies in collective action; when individuals come together to address these environmental and social challenges, it creates a shared sense of purpose and agency joining forces to make a real difference and fight isolation.
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The idea of collective action can become incredibly powerful within organizations. Employees, in their unique positions, can collaborate to drive sustainability efforts, not just through isolated initiatives but by strategically aligning their work with the company’s goals.
This collaborative approach doesn’t just boost the company’s ESG performance; it also empowers employees, enhances well-being, and provides a sense of shared purpose. If you want to learn more about how collective action can foster strategic sustainability and boost sustainable outcomes, read our latest article here.
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?? The link between mental health and sustainability
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?? Harnessing collective action in organizations
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