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“I was sort of growing up at a time of really rapidly expanding ecological consciousness. It was a time of reckoning when people were talking about how the Everglades was on life support. I was always trying to reconcile it as a kid.” quote by Karen Russell
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“I was sort of growing up at a time of really rapidly expanding ecological consciousness. It was a time of reckoning when people were talking about how the Everglades was on life support. I was always trying to reconcile it as a kid.”

Karen Russell

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Growing up amid ecological crisis forces early awareness of environmental fragility and personal responsibility.

In simple terms: Ecological crises shape early consciousness.

Key Takeaway

Champion sustainable living.

Themes

environment awareness responsibility

Mood

concerned motivated

Type

activist inspirational

When to use this quote

  • activism
  • education
  • community projects

Key Concepts

ecology psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you turn concern into action?
  • What role does education play in environmental stewardship?
A Different Perspective

Eco‑anxiety can overwhelm youth.

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