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If You Want A Village, You Have To Be A Villager: Here's How To Become One

Jan 15, 2026
A lively take on how to build real community by first becoming the kind of person who shows up. Short, low-pressure plans, neighborly favors, and making small gatherings feel like events get highlighted. The episode explores inviting yourself in, texting people when you think of them, and why asking for help is actually a community-building move.
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You Build The Village By Being One

  • If you want a village, you must first be a villager and actively build community.
  • Desire alone won't create support; showing up and contributing does.
ADVICE

Know If You Initiate Or Receive Contact

  • Know whether you are a 'reach-out' friend or a 'reached-out-to' friend so you can manage expectations.
  • Use that awareness to adapt how much proactive effort you make to maintain friendships.
ANECDOTE

Accidentally Buying The Perfect House

  • Sarah accidentally bought a house in her hometown after a friend sent a listing and she changed her mind on the spot.
  • The house had the porch and layout she wanted and she moved in a month later.
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