First a word about any advice from me - ignore it, run from it, flush it, but under no circumstances take it seriously.
Was not familiar with Tig Notaro . Listened to the clip. That is one bold risk taker. The only other human that comes to mind is Andy Kaufman. I need to get out more.
I have full confidence in your path and I like the notion of fun as a bonus.

Spring is near, a good chance to sweep those pesky mechanisms out and as long as you have your cleaning clothes on you can see if there is a baseboard under that grime at my place.