this short creative story explores a world not far from ours where care is transactional, and pain is profitable. inspired by ecofeminist thought and the lived realities of women across the globe, this story asks: what happens when we can no longer afford to heal?

studies have found that women and children are far more likely to die during climate-related disasters than men. in response, this piece is rooted in the framework of ecofeminism, exploring how neoliberal systems contribute to environmental degradation in ways that reflect and reinforce a global pattern: one where patriarchal capitalism treats both nature and women’s bodies as expendable resources in the pursuit of profit and power.

the woman in this story isn’t alone. from an ecofeminist perspective, she is emblematic of the millions who are forced to labor through poisoned air, dwindling resources, and institutional neglect just to survive.

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