Reskillience

Apocalypse Now-ish with Dave Pollard

Dec 26, 2023

Writer Dave Pollard discusses coping with collapse, communitarianism, and critical skills for resilience in uncertain times on Reskillience. Embracing community resilience, self-sufficient economies, and survival skills are highlighted, along with the importance of community support and communication in diverse settings. An uplifting conversation on navigating potential collapse and embracing skills for a fulfilling life.

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Dave Pollard

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Quick takeaways

Facilitation is essential for community building, requiring good listening skills and inclusivity.

The Three Know Theory stresses the importance of diverse knowledge types for resilience.

Finding belonging and fostering connections are crucial as collapse looms, promoting generosity and adaptation.

Deep dives

The Importance of Facilitation in Community Building

Facilitation is crucial for community building as it involves helping groups achieve common objectives by drawing out valuable contributions from all participants. It requires good listening skills and the ability to create an inclusive and collaborative environment where everyone's strengths are utilized.

Building Community Through Support and Understanding

01:22

Gift Circle: Building Community Through Mutual Support

01:27

Facilitation for Common Objectives

00:49

Importance of Finding Your Place

01:06

Introduction

2min

Preparing for Collapse: Critical Skills and Strategies

9min

Exploring Self-Sufficient Economies and the Potential of Collapse

4min

Embracing Community Resilience and Minimalism

21min

Survival Skills and Community Support in Isolated Settings

7min

Journey of Skill Development and Facilitation

9min

Navigating Cultural Differences in Group Communication

20min

Closing Remarks, Teaser for Next Episode, and Audience Engagement Invitation

2min

A convo about the collapse of civilization may not be everyone’s cuppa tea, but a spoonful of Dave Pollard makes the medicine go down! And today Dave is bringing the sweetness to episode one of Reskillience for a Big Hairy Chat about the End Times – that ain’t so scary after all.

We discuss what “collapse” means, skills that can help us cope and adapt, why communitarianism is where it’s at, and how to catch each other when The Shit Hits The Fan.

Dave is a writer and longtime student of culture, systems theory, complexity, history, human nature, non-duality and how the world really works. He describes himself as a dechooled non-spiritual vegan and joyful pessimist – and after this surprisingly uplifting conversation, I’m sure you’ll agree.

CONNECT WITH DAVE

Dave’s home on the web ~ How To Save The World

LINKS TO STUFF

Dave’s recommended reading list ~ The Books That Have Influenced Me Most

Dave’s article ~ How Do We Teach the Critical Skills Needed to Face Collapse?

Molly Housch Gordon's piece ~ How to Survive the End of The World