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How to be a bad activist: Tori Tsui
How to be a bad activist: Tori Tsui
How to be a bad activist: Tori Tsui
Monday 4th March 2024
Clover Hogan chats with Tori Tsui about the pressures of being a 'perfect' activist, battling burnout, and embracing flaws for effective climate action.
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Get the buttons here!The Imperfect Activist: Tori Tsui on Embracing Flaws in Climate Action
Episode Overview
- Exploring the pressures of perfection in activism
- Sharing experiences of feeling like an inadequate activist
- Embracing imperfections and self-compassion in the climate movement
- Highlighting the importance of community support and authenticity
- Challenging the notion of a 'perfect activist'
We don't need 100 perfect activists, but millions of imperfect ones.
Perfectionism in activism can be a heavy burden, and Tori Tsui knows this all too well. In this thought-provoking episode of 'Confessions of a Climate Activist,' Clover Hogan sits down with Tori, a Bristol-based climate activist, speaker, and writer originally from Hong Kong. Tori, who co-founded the Bad Activist Collective and penned the book 'It's Not Just You', dives deep into the struggles of feeling inadequate in the activist world.
They share personal anecdotes about the pressures to be the 'perfect' activist and how this unrealistic expectation can lead to burnout and disillusionment. The conversation between Clover and Tori is both candid and enlightening. They tackle the fear many feel about not measuring up in their activism efforts and discuss how this fear can deter people from joining the climate movement. Tori's refreshing honesty about their own journey helps to break down these barriers, making activism more accessible and human.
One of the key takeaways from this episode is the importance of authenticity and self-compassion. Tori emphasizes that direct action is just one piece of the puzzle and that there are many ways to contribute to climate justice. The episode also highlights the crucial role of community support in sustaining long-term activism. Whether you're a seasoned activist or someone just beginning to explore this path, this episode offers valuable insights and encouragement.
It reminds us that embracing our imperfections can lead to a more inclusive and effective climate movement.