🌱 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.