Fighting climate change with kindness

We should eat less meat to reduce climate change. Recognition of similarities between us and other animals can help us to achieve just that. More effortlessly – out of kindness.

Maria Lojowska • June 13, 2022

Why zebras don’t get ulcers, but cows do: the physiological effects of psychological stressors in calves

The stress response system is highly adaptive, and has kept humans, zebras, and calves alive through history. But today it leaves humans in distress, whereas zebras are fine. And calves suffer stress as humans do… but for a different reason: humans themselves.

Remond Wulff • March 25, 2022

Sustainable behaviour is not a virtue (it’s a must)

Sustainability is not a personality trait. Everyone, not just the most ‘prosocial’, can make the choice to act in the best interest of our planet. As the situation becomes increasingly dire, global collective action is needed now more than ever.

Carmen Rueda • April 07, 2021

When doing the right thing is... annoying

Michael Jackson already sang it: If you want to make the world a better place, take a look at yourself and then make a change. But do be warned: people don’t always find morally motivated ‘do-gooders’ inspiring, but rather annoying!

Stephanie Esajas • November 26, 2018

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Fighting climate change with kindness

Why zebras don’t get ulcers, but cows do: the physiological effects of psychological stressors in calves

Sustainable behaviour is not a virtue (it’s a must)

When doing the right thing is... annoying