We are living in a time of polycrisis. If you feel trapped – you’re not alone

‘People are feeling overwhelmed and overstimulated, bombarded with bad news each day.’ Illustration: Raven Jiang/The Guardian

A new year is upon us. Traditionally, we use this time to look forward, imagine and plan.

But instead, I have noticed that most of my friends have been struggling to think beyond the next few days or weeks. I, too, have been having difficulty conjuring up visions of a better future – either for myself or in general.