Tasmin Hansmann, an environmentalist and author, usually gives writing and poetry classes on Skillshare.
She has written and published three books: The poetry collections The Anatomy of Waves and The Eloquence of Hurricanes, which deal with the looming climate crisis, belonging, friendship and heartbreak. Her other book, Welcome Home Dear Soul, is a poetic encounter with death, shaping grief and wonder into an atmospheric story.
Besides writing and teaching she is a freelance creative in the environmental field and a YouTube creator.

This 40-minute class will guide you through your first steps of becoming an environmentalist. It answers important questions – such as Why and How – and gives hands-on advice.

Tasmin introduces you to techniques, ideas and practices that help you become a better ally for our planet. Lessons include:

Why environmentalism is important
Daily Life Implementations (First Steps)
How to lay a foundation for your action
Connecting creativity with environmentalism
Looking at the bigger picture
What to do after the first steps

Whether you’re suffering from climate anxiety and feel helpless or if you just want change and don’t know where to start - this class is here to help you to come to a place of action without feeling guilty or overwhelmed.

After taking this class, you’ll be empowered to stand up for our planet - in whatever way you can and want to do that.

Karen Levermore

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