Living Differently: Consumption, Reciprocity, and Reconnecting with the Earth
September 5, 2026
About this episode
Welcome to Mind the Planet, a podcast under Climate Junction!
In this episode of Mind the Planet, we speak with Robin Greenfield about identity beyond labels, radical simplicity, and what it means to live in reciprocity with the Earth. Known for immersive activism like wearing his trash and foraging all his food, Robin shares what these experiments reveal about consumption, “enough,” and disconnection from the natural world. Together, we explore the emotional toll of activism and burnout, the links between environmental and mental health crises, and how small, doable changes can help anyone begin reconnecting with nature. We also touch on community, shame, perfectionism, and what gives Robin hope for the future.
About this show
A podcast that gives you insight on how to protect your mental health amidst the climate crisis. 🌍💙
This podcast is part of Gen Climate Speaks, a project of Climate Junction.
Your host
Vildan Soguktas, founder of Youth for Planetary Health, founder of EcoRelief, Chair of the Advocacy Committee for the National Alliance on Mental Illness Virginia Youth Advisory Board
Guests
Robin Greenfield
Activist, Social Reformer, Forager, Ally to the Earth, Humanity, Plants and Animals
https://www.robingreenfield.org/