The power to save the planet is inside us all – how to get past despair to powerful action on climate change

How well people exercise their agency will determine the severity of global warming – and its consequences.

Michael E Mann, Director, Earth System Science Center, Penn State • conversation
March 1, 2022 • ~9 min

Science elicits hope in Americans – its positive brand doesn't need to be partisan

When you ask Americans what the word 'science' brings to mind, a majority respond 'hope.' Using this built-in brand can help communicate important science messages.

Todd Newman, Assistant Professor of Life Sciences Communication, University of Wisconsin-Madison • conversation
July 23, 2020 • ~8 min

How hope can keep you healthier and happier

Hope can be acquired. How? Here are some suggestions from an expert.

Everett Worthington, Emeritus Commonwealth Professor of Psychology, Virginia Commonwealth University • conversation
March 18, 2020 • ~6 min

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