Weld Said | Episode Two | How a Near-Death Experience Changed the Way a Greeley Activist Sees Community

In Episode 2 of "Weld Said," Mary Metzger sits down with community member Johan Lindig for a thoughtful conversation about surviving a life-threatening illness, caregiving, and how those experiences can reshape the way we show up in our communities.They also discuss civic engagement, the realities of working-class life, and why understanding how local government works matters for everyday people in Weld County.Weld Said features conversations with community members about the issues, ideas, and lived experiences shaping life in Weld County, Colorado.  But I think the more you get comfortable with being uncomfortable Yeah. The better life is. Yeah. Because you, you are not sitting in complacency of life and you, um, miss a lot of the beautiful things that are in the mess of life that, you know, there’s so much joy in the mess, even in these moments where you feel like everything’s falling apart.You see people in a different light. Yeah. And it gives you hope that things can change.Thanks for listening! This post is public so feel free to share it.Interested in being a guest on a future episode? Reach out and join the conversation. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit greeleyfreepress.substack.com