Episode 3.19: Eco-Unfriendliness, with Vibhati Bhatia of South Asians for Sustainability

The Desi Condition

What does environmental change and the pursuit of eco-friendliness have to do with mental health? Turns out, a lot!

In this episode we speak with London-based founder of South Asians for Sustainability, Vibhati Bhatia, about the climate change issue and how it pertains to South Asians. We discuss why South Asians are not known for their "green" habits, and how immigration and generational trauma can affect these habits. We dispell myths about global warming, including the misleading rhetoric of overpopulation in poorer countries as a main contributor, and why plastic isn't the only problem. Our discussion leads into the question of how decolonization plays a role in eco frinedliness, and ultimately, mental wellness. It comes full circle as we revisit our ancestral roots in ayurveda and natural remedies. Finally, we discuss some tangible ways in which we can start caring and contributing to a more eco-friendly lifestyle.

Follow @southasiansforsustainability and visit our website at tdcpodcast.com for additional resources on the sustainable movement, including the technical science behind climate change and waste-reducing alternatives.

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