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Ask a Climate Therapist: How do I avoid getting trapped in the system I hope to change?
A civil engineer expresses concern about being absorbed into the system they aim to change, seeking advice on fostering creativity and strategic patience to drive community-led roadway improvements. Leslie Davenport, a climate therapist, suggests cultivating creativity, engaging with external fields, and practicing 'what if' scenarios to resist bureaucratic absorption.
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