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Community Layers A prototype structure for conscious community
Each community that wishes to maintain its health must have layers of organization and decision making like a community of cells that forms an organ and a community of organs that form a body. These layers, when done with full awareness, can be fluid and flexible while still holding onto the long term integrity of the community. Each individual can find their place in the community based on their desired layer AND their demonstrated capabilities. Having both will ensure that people are at the highest level of alignment with the community intention without making the decisions arbitrary. In general, the community will comprise of several "layers" that will guide the overall system. These layers do not represent physical age, degrees or accreditation, but rather the choice and the ability to live mindfully. Elders
Elders are the holders of the community story. They are those who demonstrate by their way of life maturity, awareness, balance and love. The task of elders is to demonstrate and facilitate the win-win paradigm at each level. Elders address matters of principle, paradigm and intention and are held accountable for conscious thoughts, words and actions.
Teachers
Teachers are those who demonstrate consciousness in a particular field of life (knowledge, art, healing, management, listening etc.). Teachers are the foundation of what the community offers. They are the "faculty" of the "university of wisdom" for the members and the community at large. The task of teachers is to coordinate and run the community, offer classes, parenting, healing arts, music gardening and oversee community events. Teachers address matters of organization and function, and are held accountable for conscious words and actions
Members
Members are those who live in the community and make it run. They are the energy and support system for all branches of the community. Members are those dedicated to learning and practicing conscious living. Members address matters of individual choice and are accountable for conscious actions.
Guests
Guests are those who come to participate in the offerings of the community. They must accept and follow the basic community rules and guidelines. They are the financial support for the community. Through a temporary membership guests can participate in community classes, events, activities and personal healing.
Notes
Those who demonstrate more maturity get more choice in how they spend their community time. For examples, Elders may choose 75% of how they spend their time and the rest is assigned by the community, while Members get to choose 25% of their time.
There must be a reasonably simple exit option, such that there is neither a strong incentive to stay nor a strong incentive to leave, yet an option for both. This ensures that only people who want to be in the community will stay. Each member's basic needs (food and shelter) must be met by the minimum work time, while any additional work can earn additional credit (whatever the community currency). This ensures that all members have enough, while also acknowledging those who wish to contribute more. |
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