Let’s Talk Climate (Without the Awkwardness)
- Pia Cortez
- Apr 22
- 2 min read
A Global Climate Conversations Starter Pack
by your fluffy correspondent at Corgi 4 Climate Justice
Hello hoomans! I’m your Climate Corgi—small in size, big in bark—and I’m here to help you start climate conversations that don’t feel weird, preachy, or like a surprise oral exam.
Whether you’re chatting with your neighbor, your barkada, your uncle who thinks the weather is just “weird,” or that one friend who low-key wants to care but doesn’t know where to start—this guide is for you.
We’re all learning, unlearning, and growing. So let’s wag our tails, open our hearts, and talk climatewith curiosity, kindness, and corgi-level courage.
Opening Lines
Not sure how to bring up the climate crisis without sounding like a buzzkill? Try one of these gentle entry points:
“Did you hear it was the hottest [month/city/season] on record again?”
“I’ve been trying to eat more local lately—have you noticed how hard that is here?”
“I joined this cute climate project run by a corgi. Wanna see it?”
“What do you think the future will be like here with this weather?”
The goal? Invite the convo. Don’t corner people.
Starter Questions (That Don’t Sound Like a Quiz)
When you're ready to dig deeper, try these open-ended, empathy-based questions:
What’s one thing about climate change that confuses you?
What do you wish people talked about more when it comes to the environment?
When do you feel most connected to nature?
What are you worried about for future generations?
Do you remember the first time you noticed the climate changing?
No tests. No lectures. Just heart-to-heart howls.
Quick Facts (That Don’t Start Fights)
We love a good fact drop—but let’s keep it kind and hopeful:
🌱 Most climate solutions already exist. What we need is action and funding.
🌊 Sea levels are rising worldwide—especially in coastal and island nations.
🔥 Climate change isn’t just about nature. It’s about justice, health, and survival.
💸 Fossil fuel companies knew about this for decades. They chose profit over people.
🧡 You don’t have to be perfect to be part of the solution.
These aren’t arguments—they’re invitations.
🐶 Corgi’s Pro Tips for Climate Chats
Here’s how to keep the convo calm, cozy, and effective:
Ask questions. Don’t argue—get curious.
Stay grounded. It’s okay to say, “I’m still learning too.”
Lead with your story. Why do you care? That’s powerful.
Pause when needed. You can always say, “Let’s talk more about this later.”
Follow up with a meme. Yes, really. Humor helps things land.
🌎 Final Bark
You’re not here to change someone’s mind in one conversation. You’re here to plant seeds, open hearts, and share a bit of hope—one chat at a time.
So go on: wag your truth, speak with care, and keep the climate convos going. I’ll be right here, cheering you on with a tail wag and a belly flop 💛
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