Kon has always felt a deep connection to nature at the beach. But years ago, he noticed signs of coral bleaching — a moment that sparked his anxiety about Florida’s fragile ecosystems. Now, his concern goes beyond himself. Will his family still be able to enjoy Florida’s beaches in 5 to 10 years?

Learn more about Coral Bleaching in this blog from the Sustain team.

As a child, Jo's eco-anxiety centered on animals. As she grew older, her concern shifted to people— especially the unequal burdens some communities bear. Now, as a parent, her thoughts are with her children. What kind of world will they inherit? Jo is a teacher who embraces the idea of being actively hopeful—believing that we can take meaningful action on climate change.

Come back on April 22, 2025 to read more about fearing for future generations in a special blog from the Sustain team.

El is from Ft. Myers, a city deeply impacted by Hurricanes Irma and Ian. Their family lost their house — and while they still gather in Ft. Myers, the sense of home has been harder to hold onto. Feeling untethered, El turns to nature to stay grounded, finding connection in every moment they can.

Come back on April 29, 2025 to read more about hurricane anxiety in a special blog from the Sustain team.

Denzel channels his eco-anxiety through the power of spoken word. In his slam poem, "The Ocean Gives Us a One-Armed Hug After Kissing Us on Both Cheeks for Years," he takes us on a rhythmic journey that weaves together sorrow and hope.

Come back on May 6, 2025 to read more about ocean pollution in a special blog from the Sustain team.