James Esses, a psychotherapist and advocate for free speech, discusses his concerns about the infiltration of woke ideologies in society, particularly in areas like climate alarmism, gender identity, and education. He highlights the negative impact on mental health and shares examples of how these ideologies are influencing children and professionals. Despite facing personal and professional challenges, Esses is determined to continue speaking out and encouraging others to do the same for societal improvement.
00:00 Introduction to James Esses
00:48 Climate Catastrophizing in Schools
04:24 Climate Activism and Its Consequences
06:54 The Fight Against Wokeness
08:13 Challenges in the Therapy Profession
09:29 Real-World Consequences of Wokeness
11:14 The Trans Agenda and Its Impact
19:17 Profit Motives Behind Gender Ideology
20:40 Sports and Gender Identity
23:12 Wokeness as a Substitute for Religion
33:07 Free Speech and Social Media
36:29 Final Thoughts and Future Concerns
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