1. Emotional Check‑In

Describe in one word how you feel about sustainability today (e.g., hopeful, overwhelmed, curious).

2. Group discussion

• What is one sustainability issue that makes you feel hopeful? Why?
• What issue feels overwhelming? How do you cope with that feeling?
• What helps you stay motivated when change feels slow?

• What helps transform “eco-anxiety” into “eco-agency”?
• What is a personal strength you can contribute to sustainability work?
• How do emotions influence the choices we make every day?

• How can a school support students emotionally in sustainability work?
• What emotional barriers prevent people from taking action?
• What actions build collective hope?

3. What creates hope or motivation?

→ Create a list of keywords expressing hope.

Post your word list on Padlet wall.

4. From feeling to action

• How can our feelings motivate positive action?
• What small steps help move from worry → empowerment?

Post your ideas on Padlet wall.

When ready with the tasks: 

Choose a “power pose” for your group (hands on hips, open stance, superhero style… ) and hold it together for 10 seconds.