This World Mental Health Awareness Week, we stand at a crossroads of compassion and concern, recognizing the profound impact of environmental degradation on the well-being of our youth. In an era defined by unprecedented ecological challenges, the rising tide of eco-anxiety and grief threatens to engulf our collective consciousness. Now, more than ever, it is imperative to cultivate resilience, foster hope, and champion stories of courage and action. As we navigate this terrain of uncertainty, the 2023 Ocean Awareness Contest survey reported it offered significant solace and inspiration to young minds grappling with the weight of environmental despair. Over the course of the year, thousands of students from across the globe immersed themselves in the stories of ordinary individuals affecting extraordinary change. Through research, reflection, and creative expression, participants discovered a newfound sense of purpose and agency in confronting the climate crisis. The findings of Bow S...