It is extremely important that you don’t scare your students. It sounds obvious, but it can be challenging when you’re discussing environmental destruction and global warming. People of all ages quickly become overwhelmed and scared, which can lead to a sense of futility. You can want to empower your students and this can only happen through the power of positivism. There are many problems, but there are even more solutions. Focus on the opportunities. Focus on the success stories. Focus on the possibilities.