Psychology Today | 20.06.2026 00:01
We’re experiencing a Super El Niño at the moment, with dramatic demonstrations every day of the increasing frequency and intensity of extreme weather events. I’m deeply sad that my grandchildren may not get to enjoy the beautiful summer days I’ve taken for granted all my life, days when the air was fresh and healthy—not dangerously polluted with smoke and chemicals—and the temperature was warm enough to enjoy a walk in nature or a swim in the lake, but not sweltering.