In a recent podcast by The Neighboring Movement, hosts Adam Barlow-Thompson and Matt Johnson were joined by John McKnight to discuss the six (possibly even seven) attributes of a culture of contribution, how these characteristics in a community could foster peace, and then continues with the roles that we play within our neighborhood.
The six attributes discussed: Cooperation, Hospitality, Generosity, Kindness, Accepting Fallibility, Forgiveness, (and a seventh, Spirituality.)
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What would you do to make these manifest?
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The people who love you, which of these attributes would they say YOU have?
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And look at your neighbors. What attributes do you see them living into? We want to hear your stories.
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How do we tell these stories in our neighborhoods?
The roles that people perform in a community: Healers, Conscience, Artists, Conveners, Bridgers, Connectors, Voices, Visionaries, Executors, Tuck Pointers. We would welcome your thoughts on this list.
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Which of these do you feel like is a role that gives you joy?
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Is there a role that you would add?
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And think about your neighbors. Do you see them embodying a role listed here? If so, what does that look like?
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Are there missing roles you would add to this list?
Follow this link to listen to the podcast and to contribute your thoughts and reactions.
