EP 017: Making Sense of Culture and Cultural Discomfort with Dr. Michael Kimball, Author of Ethnowise: Embracing Culture Shock

In this episode we interview Professor Dr. Michael Kimball and Author of the the book, Ethnowise: Embracing Culture Shock to Build Resilience, Responsiveness, and Connection 

I LOVED our conversation. We talk about the culture matrix- how it is built and how you can learn to challenge yourself when experiencing uncomfortable situations. 

We talk about how Michael became interested in Anthropology - he shares about his experience interning with the National Park Service and how it led him to where he is now (I love how he became interested in archaelogy/anthropology!)

We talk about how change is not something we (as humans) are good at. 

We talk about mindfulness, being present, and the ABC's of Culture Shock. 

To connect with Dr. Michael Kimball, check out his personal website: 

https://www.unco.edu/hss/anthropology/faculty-staff/mike-kimball.aspx

Check out the Ethnowise website: 

https://ethnowise.com

 

Grab Dr. Kimball's book, Ethnowise: Embracing Culture Shock to Build Resilience, Responsiveness, and Connection

https://www.amazon.com/Ethnowise-Embracing-Resilience-Responsiveness-Connection/dp/1524911860

 

National Parks Conservation Association - for an intership this summer! 

https://www.npca.org/resources/3229-npca-internship-information