Community Development

Dive into the dynamic world of Open Source Software and Collaboration with this captivating new eBook. Bring your passion for development to a global stage and discover how significant your individual contribution can be in the tech industry. 'Open Source Collaboration' guides you on a fascinating journey, beginning with an understanding of Open Source software's importance and the incredible benefits it offers. Whether you're an apprentice or a veteran in the technology field, the eBook packs an immense wealth of knowledge without getting overwhelming. Get the feel of becoming a part of a ...

In this inspiring book, founders of The Holistic Life Foundation Ali Smith, Atman Smith, and Andres Gonzalez describe how they have spent the past twenty years teaching yoga, meditation, and breathwork to thousands of at-risk kids in Baltimore schools helping them to develop deep reserves of patience, empathy, resolve, and—when needed—the righteous anger that fuels deep structural change. Their work has received wide national attention due to their remarkable results.

In 1978, when Jamiyla was two years old, her mother, Ummi, quit her job, converted to Islam with her husband, and moved into an exclusive Muslim society in Brooklyn. Once inside the Community, the family was separated by its powerful and charismatic leader, Dwight York, who was hiding behind the name Imam Isa. Instead of the devotional refuge they’d imagined, the Community was a nightmare of controlled abuse and unspeakable secrets. Forty years later, Jamiyla was ready to excavate and understand a past buried in bad dreams, disturbing memories, and inexplicable rage.

The Circling and Authentic Relating Practice Guide is the most comprehensive digital resource available on the Authentic Relating movement. In addition to a practice guide with many examples of what to do and say in groups, it also contains a history of the movement, a section on precursors (which include Integral Theory, Non-Violent Communication, and "we-space"), an extensive resources section, sample leader formats, and instructions for starting your own groups, either in person or online.

SCOD Thesis Text is an architectural manifesto, design theory, and case study compendium for alternative, environmental, sustainable, and organic perma-culture. This post-apocalyptic New-Age wisdom is based on the Harpers Faery Magic Bible.

Are you consumed with a busy life but unsure how to slow down? Do you desire connection within your community and think, Absolutely, but I don't have time for that or I can't create that? What if there was another way through it all, a way to find those moments of peace and to create a time for honest, comfortable connection? What if meeting neighbors and connecting with friends was as simple as showing up and being available?

Unlock the transformative power of kindness with "The Ripple Effect," a compelling journey into the heart of a force that can change lives. Explore how simple acts of kindness can create waves of positivity that extend far beyond their origins. In this illuminating guide, discover what kindness truly is, backed by scientific insights that reveal its impact on our brains and well-being. Delve into the fascinating chain reactions triggered by small gestures, and learn how empathy fuels these ever-expanding ripples. With evocative real-world examples, "The Ripple Effect" illustrates how ...

Experience an exhilarating journey into the world of local politics with our latest eBook, "Winning the Local Race." This comprehensive guide takes you on a step-by-step journey through the challenging yet thrilling campaign trail, leaving no stone unturned. Whether you're a novice entering public service or an experienced campaign warrior, this eBook is an essential read. Starting with the process of identifying your political landscape, it systematically propels you into understanding local government structures and exploring key community issues. Navigate through the intricate web of ...

Social isolation can shatter our confidence. In isolating times, we're not only lonely, but we're ashamed of our loneliness because our society stigmatizes people who are alone without support. As a single, 58-year-old woman who finds herself stranded after major surgery, Val Walker has woven into the narrative her own story. A well-established rehabilitation counselor, she was too embarrassed to reveal on social media how utterly isolated she was by asking for someone to help, and it felt agonizingly awkward calling colleagues out of the blue.

With humor, insight, and a gift for storytelling, Ortberg shows how community pays tremendous dividends in happiness, health, support, and growth. It’s where all of us weird, unwieldy people encounter God’s love in tangible ways and discover the transforming power of being loved, accepted, and valued just the way we are.

As a veteran of six successful Kickstarter campaigns (and counting) and the proprietor of the Kickstarter Lessons blog, Jamey Stegmaier knows something about crowdfunding. In this audiobook, he goes beyond the nuts and bolts of how it works to a deeper level - crowdfunding not just as a cool way to raise money but as a better way to build and run a business.

Friendship is good for your health. Studies show that loneliness is as deadly as smoking fifteen cigarettes a day. Still, we are not taught how to be good friends to one another. We cancel plans, lose touch, blame technology, and neglect our non-romantic loved ones. In Good Friends, author Priya Vulchi explores friendships across history, continents, and identities to show how friendship can open up new levels of joy and community in your life. What is the meaning of friendship, these miraculous bonds with once-strangers? How do you begin friendships? End them? Keep them vibrant?

Welcome to "Cultivating Community", your virtual guidebook tailored towards empowering your farm store dynamics and fostering valuable relationships with your customer base. Step into the first chapter, and unravel the critical elements that shape your farm store business. Uncover the importance of loyal customers and community integration in uplifting your business development. Learn to recognize the significance of community in your local environment, and how it can vitalize your business prospects! Proceed to our next chapter, dedicated to navigating you through the intricate process of ...

Certain businesses are legendary, exerting immense influence in their field. Zingerman’s in Ann Arbor, Michigan, is one of those places. Over the years, the flagship deli has expanded into a community of more than a dozen businesses, including a wildly successful mail order operation, restaurants, bakery, coffee roastery, creamery, candy maker, and events space—transforming Ann Arbor into a destination for food lovers.

You are meant to be in relationships that bring joy and connection—that help you know soul-deep peace and leave you feeling loved instead of lonely. Instead, surface-level friendships, filtered social media feeds, unresolved conflicts, and unhealthy relationships can often seem to harm our self-worth, spiritual growth, and mental health—and keep us from the very relationships that could bring that true connection.

Master the art of communication in your relationship in just a few weeks, even if endless quarrels and misunderstandings have formed your everyday reality. Are you seeking concrete strategies to improve your communication and strengthen your relationship? Do you feel unheard or misunderstood by your partner? Have trivial issues snowballed into bitter disagreements because of poor communication? Are you yearning to rebuild trust, navigate life changes together, and maintain intimacy over time but don’t know where to start? If so, then this book is your ultimate guide.

We each have our own unique hospitality personality. And when you tap into yours, you'll find a lot more blessing with a lot less stressing. With personal assessments, encouraging stories, and plenty of practical ideas, Morgan Tyree shows you how to identify and embrace your hospitality personality so you can stop worrying and start enjoying yourself and your guests. She helps you understand your hospitality habits, hurdles, and hang-ups, then offers real-life solutions that fit you.

In this easy-to-follow self-help manual sprinkled with relatable stories, Florence Ann Romano introduces the six roles commonly found in villages and provides a road map to help the listener build their own support systems.

Looking for ways to create a more sustainable and fulfilling lifestyle? Interested in learning about bartering and trading in a homesteading community? Look no further! Trading Together is the ultimate guide to understanding the benefits and challenges of trading within a close-knit community. With 20 comprehensive chapters, this eBook covers everything you need to know about trading with others on a homestead. Begin with an introduction to barter, trade, and community, and then dive into the history of bartering and trading. Discover the different types of trading, including direct and ...

Written by Funk Roberts with Mike and Rick Tielemans, known as The Tribe Guys, this book draws on decades of combined experience and deep research into what makes communities so powerful. Mike and Rick dedicated years to studying the positive aspects of cult psychology and human behavior, uncovering timeless principles that drive loyalty, connection, and influence. By applying these 27 secrets, the team built Funk Roberts' Over 40 Alpha Membership into a $3.5 million success, and Funk has helped build other multi-six-figure Tribe-based businesses.