It’s strange how we can be working tirelessly at inclusion and equity but never experience genuine community. An individualistic economy privileges the idea of self-preservation, sometimes at the cost of others. A communitarian culture distributes the tension of preservation via the bonds of connection, which are real.  

Self-preservation could be a formidable barrier to authentic community. A creative ethos encourages others to borrow freely, lending without holding back. This is evidence of Security. It’s hard to be productive when you are constantly salvaging—scrounging around for the basics. That’s a picture of isolation. Take cover: Build community. Start today. First, get Love. Then share It.

Quite easily said.