It is essential that we shift the narrative on climate change and start acting from a place of courage and excitement, not shame and fear. We live with the idea that climate change is our fault and that it’s therefore also our responsibility to “fix” it, but the messaging of shame and doom triggers a “no-go” response in our brain with necessary action lacking. Therefore, it’s time to look at this challenge as an incredible opportunity to participate in the co-creation of an even better world. Anne Therese is a speaker, educator, and environmental activist, and the founder of The Climate Optimist, Role Models Management, and Hey Change Podcast. As an educator and consultant, she helps shift the narrative around climate change so that we can act from courage and excitement, not fear. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx