A thread on when empathy is not the right response--
Your community needs sheepdogs
Sheepdogs are people who can set boundaries to protect the sheep from the wolves
Wrote up some thoughts on structures and tactics for gathering people together in low-stress, high-payoff ways.
Learned some of these lessons the hard way.
Picked up others by being part of beautifully designed events with thoughtful hosts.
https://maggieappleton.com/gathering-structures... See more
@stephsmithio A few that I like:
What’s something people wouldn’t know about you by looking at you?
What’s one proud moment from your life?
What’s bringing you joy recently?
What’s a product you bought recently that you absolutely ... See more
The document provides a guide for initiating self-organized projects within a network. It includes activities, templates, and tips for facilitating, supporting, and reflecting on collaborative initiatives.