Welcome back to another episode of The Muse's Lab Podcast!

In this adventure, I unpack my feelings around community engagement, civic duty, and re-engaging with a community that has harmed me. While exploring this personal journey, I talk about the complexities of being a disruptor in a space that often resists change, as well as the importance of reciprocity in a space of activism and the exhaustion that comes with trying to be impactful in a community that hasn't always been supportive. Rock with me as I navigate a myriad of unhealed feelings in audio form.

Chapters in this episode:

00:00 Navigating Community Engagement Challenges

03:29 Reflections on Personal Community Involvement

06:16 The Impact of Life Changes on Community Service

09:08 The Desire for Reciprocity in Giving

12:11 Career Paths and Community Contributions

14:44 The Struggles of Being a Disruptor

17:35 The Challenge of Re-engaging with Community

20:46 The Complexity of Community Dynamics

23:30 Finding Balance in Community Service

26:30 The Exhaustion of Community Commitment

29:28 Navigating Power Dynamics in Community

32:31 The Internal Conflict of a Disruptor

35:01 The Challenge of Positive Thinking

37:48 The Fear of Community Engagement

40:50 Utilizing Skills for Real Impact

43:38 Conclusion and Call to Action

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