It's obviously great that so many in the community are taking responsibility for their own educations, i.e., their own minds.

I would keep focusing on that, and on writing in general (this was a well written post!). Writing is also a great way to amplify what you learn. The more you sharpen a skill, the better you get at it, the more opportunities will just naturally come your way. You may end up "finding your role" organically and without (conscious) effort.