I’m really glad you’re part of this community. If you’re reading this, chances are you feel that fire, that motivation to make a difference right where you are – in your neighborhood, your city, your trade. That feeling is powerful. I know how easy it is to feel overwhelmed by the world, but using that energy to show up for others? That’s what we’re all about.
My goal here is simple: to help you take that initial spark you have and help it grow. Organizing starts with spreading that feeling. This week, we’re looking at how you can get more involved, share your ideas, and help us build something bigger together.
Key Takeaways
Your voice shapes what we do as a collective. There’s a membership survey. It asks about your needs, meeting preferences, and committees you’d like to join. We use your answers to plan our topics and how often we gather. So, if you’re wondering how to make this exactly what you need it to be, that survey is your starting point. It’s how we find our rhythm together.
The group also posts on social.
Obviously social media has a lot of rough edges. Our social media policy isn’t just about what we post; it reflects our group’s voice. It helps you understand how we discuss things, so we’re always clear and on point.
There’s the Map of Consciousness, an idea from David R. Hawkins, which helps us understand different emotional states. People come from varied places – some might feel fear or apathy as a primary worldview, and that’s okay. Our aim is to meet them there, show them possibilities, and help them move towards courage and connection. If you’re here, you’re already showing courage, and that’s a fantastic foundation.
Behind the Scenes
A big part of functionally building this group is making sure people are enthusastic and okay with “the drudge” of internal data, whether you’re good with numbers and want to help with accounting, or you enjoy connecting people as a coordinator.
There are also needs for things like front-end WordPress help or contributing to wellness committee efforts. These are ways you put your unique talents into action for the group. Jump in if something feels right. Your proactive help builds our capacity, it helps us creativly build help for people they may not have imagined before.
We want our events calendar to truly reflect what our members are passionate about. It’s about building our own ecosystem of activity, not chasing outside approval or ‘invisible ideals.’ When you share your event idea, you’re not just adding an item to a list; you’re adding to the heartbeat of our collective efforts. That’s why the Google Calendar integration is so handy – it makes it simple for us all to stay connected to what’s happening.
What’s Next
So, where do you go from here? We have a few clear next steps for you. First, take our membership survey. It’s important for shaping our future together. Then, look at the descriptions of official tasks Host mentioned. If a role speaks to you, please consider stepping up – we definitely need you, and your skills make our group stronger. It’s also a good idea to spend a little time with the Map of Consciousness. Understanding these levels helps us all connect better with people we aim to support.
Finally, think about any book, movie, or resource that has truly moved you. Host shared how much it means to receive these insights from our members. It helps us grow and remember the impact each of you brings, even if for a short time. And if you have an event idea bubbling, head to the submission page. It’s simple to use, integrates with Google Calendar, and helps us all participate in shared actions. Your ideas are what make our calendar rich and full of life.