Psychologist Kelly McGonigal said, “Stress is what arises when something you care about is at stake.” This is especially true for leaders like you, who care deeply about fighting climate change and biodiversity loss.

Environmental and conservation leaders often wear many hats, juggle heavy workloads, and face constant pressure to do more with less. This can lead to high stress and burnout and is made worse by eco-anxiety (fear of environmental doom) and compassion fatigue.

Stress impacts more than just your focus and productivity—it can also take a toll on your physical and mental well-being. 

When you manage stress proactively, you gain clarity and calm, make better decisions, resolve conflicts, and adapt to change without burning out. By modeling stress management, you also set an example and create a healthier and happier workplace for your team. 

Stress management is a skill you can develop, and we’re here to guide you. 

Our new Master Stress for Success workshop is designed to help you identify your sources of stress, understand their impact, and practice techniques to manage them effectively. You’ll walk away with actionable tools and a personalized coping plan you can start using right away in your daily life. 

Workshop date, time, and registration link:

• 📆 Date: Thursday, March 20, 2025 on World Frog Day 🐸 
• 🕖 Time: 7 am - 9 am PDT / 2 pm - 4 pm GMT
• 🔗 Register here to secure your spot in our workshop.

You'll be able to:

• Recognize Your Stress: Identify sources of stress in your work and life
• Cope with Your Stress: Design adaptive mechanisms to respond to stress
• Apply Proven Techniques: Master science-backed techniques to manage stress and build resilience

We understand that stress management isn’t a one-size-fits-all solution. In this workshop, you’ll apply a wide range of techniques. Some will resonate deeply with you, while others may not. Our goal is to offer a toolkit of options, empowering you to choose what works best for your unique needs and preferences.

You'll receive:

• 2-hour live, guided workshop with engaging activities and thoughtful reflections
• Personalized workbook with practical exercises and techniques to apply immediately and use for a lifetime
• Connections with a small, intimate group of peers

Register today to proactively manage your stress. Don't delay; limited spots are available, and we will not offer this public workshop again until 2026.  

Can't afford to pay for this workshop? Thanks to generous donors, we are offering a few full and partial scholarships to eligible leaders. The deadline to apply is March 12th.

To learn more, visit https://designpathways.org/master-stress-for-success.