5. Building Social Bonds in a Virtual World with Richard Bartlett - Rediscovering Connection with Shelley Ceridwen

Rediscovering Connection with Shelley Doyle

Join Shelley Smith Doyle for a captivating conversation with Richard Bartlett, a community builder, whose personal journey has inspired him to help others find connection and solidarity in an increasingly digital world.
Richard shares his experiences of growing up in a close-knit, religious community in New Zealand, his struggle with loneliness after leaving his home, and how his involvement in the Occupy Movement sparked a life-altering interest in cooperative, non-hierarchical connections.
Rich unveils his unique community-building framework, micro solidarity, which he has used to create a network of community organizers and even a Micro Solidarity Summer Camp in Berlin. We tackle a range of topics, from scale sensitivity to power dynamics, exploring how embracing differences can lead to harmonious connections within groups of varying sizes.
As we navigate the world of digital platforms for community building, Richard offers his insights on how tools like Zoom, Discord, Telegram, and Spatial can foster strong connections. We discuss the importance of having an organizer with a solid plan when hosting gatherings and the role of inclusivity versus intentionality in event planning.
Closing the conversation, we examine the impact of social media on community building and how it can be used to create meaningful connections, encouraging listeners to use these platforms as a way to connect in the physical world.
So, are you ready to redefine your understanding of community in a digital world? Tune in for an insightful conversation with Richard Bartlett on personal growth, community building, and the power of connectivity.
Where to find Richard Bartlett:
www.richdecibels.com
https://twitter.com/RichDecibels

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I hope our conversation inspires you to rediscover connection in your own life!
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Shelley x
About your host
Hi - I'm Shelley Doyle, a Social Wellbeing Strategist and Connection Alchemist, who combines cutting edge research on social wellbeing and digital health, with two decades in corporate communications, to deliver mind-shifting talks, workshops, and programs around the world.
I am committed to helping leaders support the social wellbeing of their remote and hybrid teams.
https://communiverse.vip/at-work
I also help people who move or work remotely, to feel connected and supported, online/offline - everywhere!
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Chapters

1. Exploring Community and Personal Growth (00:00:00)

2. Exploring Scale Sensitivity and Self-Treatment (00:06:56)

3. Exploring Power Dynamics and Group Sizes (00:19:06)

4. Build Intentional Community, Accept Nomadic Identity (00:32:30)

5. Regular Rituals and Community Support Importance (00:38:17)

6. Exploring Digital Platforms for Gatherings (00:52:36)

7. The Spectrum of Community Organization (00:59:44)

8. Social Media's Impact and Building Connections (01:07:48)