🌱 Communicating Differently: Solutions Over Problems
Why We Don’t Just Talk About Problems—We Create Solutions
💡 The Problem with Traditional Communication
Most media and discussions follow a simple pattern: “The world has problems—and we report on them.”
The result after constant negative bombardment:
- Helplessness: “I can’t change anything anyway.”
- Cynicism: “Everything is bad, so why try?”
- Paralysis: Instead of acting, we get stuck in criticism.
But there’s a better way: Solution-focused communication—inspired by constructive journalism (like Perspective Daily) and the Grazer Charter for Climate Communication. Our focus: “What’s already working? How can I get involved? What’s the next step?”
🌿 Our Approach: From Problem to Solution
We don’t just show what’s wrong—we show how we can fix it—and how you can join in.
1. Don’t fixate on problems—but rather viable options
| Traditional Media | weareone.fun |
|---|---|
| “The climate crisis is unstoppable!” | “Here are 5 projects already working—and how you can join.” |
| “Tech giants control everything!” | “Here’s how we’re building an alternative—and how you can help shape it.” |
2. Concrete Steps Instead of Overwhelm
We break down complex issues into actionable ideas:
- Example: Energy “How can I reduce my energy use?” → “Here’s a guide to building your own balcony solar panel—and how to connect with neighbors.”
- Example: Community “How do I find like-minded people?” → “Join our Repair Café—or start your own with our help.”
3. Community Over Blame
- Instead of: “Politicians/corporations are to blame!” → With us: “What can WE do together? Here are tools and people to support you.”
Our motto: “Change doesn’t start with ‘Someone should…’ but with ‘I’m joining in.’“
📢 Why This Works: Backed by Science
- Solution-focused communication activates the reward center (dopamine). → Motivation over paralysis.
- Clear calls to action reduce cognitive dissonance (Festinger). → “I know what to do—so I act.”
- Community-based messages strengthen “self-efficacy” (Bandura). → “I’m not alone—and I can make a difference.”
(Sources: Perspective Daily, Grazer Charter for Climate Communication, studies on “Solutions Journalism.”)
🔥 How We’re Different
| Traditional Media | weareone.fun |
|---|---|
| Focus on problems | Focus on solutions |
| “The world is doomed!” | “Here’s how we can fix it.” |
| Blame | Collective action |
| Passivity (“Read & rage”) | Activity (“Join & change”) |
🚀 What You Can Do—Right Now
- Get informed:
- Read our project reports showing: “It works—and here’s how!”
- Join in:
- Pick a topic (EE, knowledge, community) and get started.
- Spread the word:
- Share content that shows solutions, not just problems.
Because change starts with the question: “What can I do today?”—not “Why is everything so bad?”
