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“At first when I heard about climate change, I was a climate denier. I didn't think it was happening. Because if there really was an existential crisis like that, that would threaten our civilisation, we wouldn't be focusing on anything else. That would be our first priority. So I didn't understand…” quote by Greta Thunburg
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“At first when I heard about climate change, I was a climate denier. I didn't think it was happening. Because if there really was an existential crisis like that, that would threaten our civilisation, we wouldn't be focusing on anything else. That would be our first priority. So I didn't understand how that added up.”

Greta Thunburg

About This Quote

Initially skeptical about climate change, the speaker realized the existential threat demands immediate focus beyond other concerns.

In simple terms: Climate crisis demands urgent, primary attention.

Key Takeaway

Prioritize climate action over peripheral issues.

Themes

climate existential crisis denial

Mood

urgent motivational

Type

environmental political

When to use this quote

  • government planning
  • education
  • community activism
  • business strategy

Key Concepts

environmental science policy advocacy

Questions to Reflect On

  • What makes climate change feel distant?
  • How can you shift focus to urgent action?
A Different Perspective

Denial can stem from fear of change.

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