Climate what?

CLIMATE CHANGE !

This is not a joke, not something people should think can’t happen, IT IS HAPPENING. 

Climate change is now faster and more prominent than ever before. Growing up I can remember hearing about it once and awhile, not ever questioning it or really thinking about more than in that moment. Today I see people standing on the side of busy roadways protesting change be done to help our Earth. Human health, agriculture, energy, ecosystems, and so much more are being impacted and effected by climate change at this very moment. How do we not see an issue with this ? maybe because the time there really is nothing left we may not be around? our children's children will be suffering but we won’t be there so it won’t matter, right? NO. We need to make a change now to prevent any further impacts on society.

This young girl left me speechless. Her words, emotions, and the way she didn’t hold back was almost shocking to see. Her voice at such a young age is not only powerful but bringing awareness to other young people her age, who ultimately will be the ones most effected by climate change. I think a lot of the time people see an issue and don’t think they can do anything about it. In this case, we are the solution. we do not need to donate money or take time out of your day to sign a petition. We can make change in our daily lives through recycling, unplugging outlets, carpooling if/when possible, turning off the lights, even using paper instead of plastic bags. It is up to us to solve the problem we made. As Greta explained “Change is coming whether you like it or not. “

The second video gave me chills. So many diverse people coming together to address the issue the effects every one, especially on September 20th when 4 million students internationally went on strike for climate change. More and more students are taking actions now more than ever to get actions from leaders to demand change. The speaker goes on to share her experience in California when the wildfires broke and the realization that society is not prepared for the climate crisis and just exactly what can happen to the people and their health. Each speaker shares powerful messages, complaints, and advice on what can be done to stop this issue before it gets any worse than it already is. The people need to stop being in denial and begin accepting reality in order to make change.