Sense & Sensory-ability — A conversation with Abby Covert — E11

In this conversation, Abby Covert and Matthew discuss the complexities of privilege, responsibility, and the challenges of building a community through the Sensemakers Club. They explore the dynamics of delegation and leadership, the journey of independence, and the creative processes involved in writing. The conversation also touches on the impact of capitalism on community engagement and personal growth, particularly in relation to neurodiversity awareness.

Links
https://abbycovert.com/product/collectors-edition-of-how-to-make-sense-of-any-mess/
https://abbycovert.com/product/stuck-diagrams-help/
http://www.thesensemakersclub.com/
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Takeaways
It's important to navigate privilege with responsibility.
Building a community requires effective delegation and leadership.
Independence can lead to personal growth and creative freedom.
Understanding the dynamics of capitalism is crucial for community building.
Neurodiversity awareness is essential for personal and professional growth.
Creative processes can vary greatly from person to person.
Delegation can be challenging but is necessary for growth.
Personal experiences shape our understanding of privilege and responsibility.
The journey of independence can be both rewarding and challenging.
Finding balance in creative endeavors is key to sustaining passion.

Chapters
00:00​ Cold (war?) Open
01:55​ Sensemakers Club
16:09​ Backgrounds and Back Burners
27:22​ Motivating the Next Generation
30:20​ Burnout & Recovery
34:48​ The Ethics of Profit
41:56​ 7 +/-2 Questions
46:36​ What is one thing you change about your profession?
47:25​ What do ​you wish people cared more about?
52:26​ What's the best meal that you've ever had?
55:42​ What do you wish you'd done differently?
58:56​ If you stopped doing what you're doing now, what would you do for a living?
01:00:19​ If you are going to exploit the capitalist system, how would you make money?
01:03:13​ What do you hope to not be carrying anymore?
01:04:17​ Awe-tism, yo.

Keywords
privilege, responsibility, Sensemakers Club, delegation, leadership, independence, creativity, capitalism, neurodiversity, personal growth