Overcoming anxiety to stand up for the Fairview ForestOvercoming anxiety to stand up for the Fairview Forest
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Brigitte Watson lives in Pointe-Claire QC. When a forest in her community was at risk of being cut down as part of new developments, Watson decided to take action. The only potential issue was anxiety that made it difficult for her to go far from home b
13:58•9 Jun 2022
Brigitte Watson's Courage: Fighting for Fairview Forest Amidst Anxiety
“You know, and that is also what motivates me every day, it's just like because we're all going to be living in some kind of. You know, I follow very closely what happened to bc Last Year, right, all the crazy climate events. So it's, it's just been a phenomenal experience for me, and I'm grateful to the forest for allowing me to do this.”
When a beloved forest in Pointe-Claire QC faced the threat of being cut down, Brigitte Watson knew she had to act. But there was one major hurdle: her anxiety made it tough for her to venture far from home alone. In this episode of People First Radio, Watson opens up about her personal battle with anxiety and how she pushed through it to stand up for Fairview Forest.
Through door-to-door campaigning and advocacy, she not only fought for the forest but also confronted the stigma surrounding mental health issues. Watson's story is a testament to the therapeutic power of nature and the importance of preserving green spaces in our communities. Tune in to hear her inspiring journey of resilience and advocacy.
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