Unto the Second Generation
When a cohousing group’s honeymoon ends, and economic stress dictates selling units to any willing buyers, can a community’s core values and connections endure?
A Communitarian Conundrum
Despite widespread desire for community, structural and cultural obstacles to intentional community in the modern world loom large.
And I Listen
Howling, shouting, cries of despair, and The Pierced One greet a parent on her first visit to her daughter’s adopted community. Luckily, through lots of talking and listening, things improve.
Balancing Powers
In a healthy community, leadership and followship are equally important roles, each with vital skill sets that can assure effective teamwork.
More Perspectives on Leadership and Followship
The author identifies additional leadership skills, cautions against blind followship, and reflects on the many types of power in cooperative groups.
Being “Overthrown”—A Celebration
The founder of Enright Ridge Urban Ecovillage describes what it’s like to be criticized, marginalized, stripped of leadership responsibilities, and given the opportunity to explore a new role.