A reflection on the deeper form of imposter syndrome: pretending our work matters while contributing to systems that often increase consumption, isolation, and uncertainty.
Tumble-drying polyester and nylon frays the fabric and sheds microplastic fibers straight into the air through the dryer vent. Those fibers do not stay by the vent. They drift into the community, settle as dust, and end up in the water and the air we all breathe.
Governments are not moving quickly enough on climate change with small incremental changes over time. However, people and organizations who champion these efforts can pressure governments to drive faster change.