I'm reading Charles Eisenstein's book "Sacred Economics" after attending a workshop he did for Transitions in Berkeley a few weeks ago. He's got a totally refreshing vision about how money works, how our cultural norms create a feeling of scarcity and how we could start to do things differently. I would like to get the sacred back into materialism! I would like to read the book with others and become advisors to one another on sacred economic ventures we could integrate into our lives. If yo …
Evolvers are hope fiends and utopian pragmatists. We see the creative chaos of this time as a great gift and opportunity to rethink, reconnect, and reinvent. Evolvers appreciate pristine mountains, open source economics, and the precocious laughter of small children. Evolvers belong to the regenerative culture of the future, being born here and now. As part of the Evolver Social Movement, the Spores serve as hubs of cultural incubation and environmental activation that bring together diverse ind …
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I am running for Congress in the 9th Congressional District of California. I want a forum for discussion with Alameda County residents and anyone interested in moving our district in a fresh new direction. The days of old ideas are numbered. I believe free-market solutions to both social and economic problems are the way forward; I would like to hear diverse opinions. Anyone interested in the future of Alameda County is welcome to join.
The Bay Area Community Exchange Timebank promotes and facilitates the use of Time instead of money in the exchange of goods and services. The foundation of the Timebank is a free, open source online directory, reputation and accounting system. These exchanges help develop stronger, more resilient connections between individuals and community service organizations which participate in them, by improving communication and the distribution of skills and resources among our participants. We work t …
Welcome to Morehouse (Operated More University 1977-1997) "Fun is the goal; love is the way." —Victor Baranco Inspired by its founder, Dr. Victor Baranco, and now by his widow, Dr. Cynthia Baranco, Morehouse has been a successful group living experiment for over 40 years. The cornerstone of our philosophy and life-style is the concept of perfection. Our working premise is that people and situations are right the way they are and include the potential for change. Our research, started by Vic …
Our Mission: Sustainable San Ramon’s mission is to promote sustainability in San Ramon through education and community-driven programs. Our organization is committed to collaborating with residents, businesses and community leaders to improve the environmental, social and economic well-being of our city. Get Involved: Our organization is made up of people just like you: parents, business owners, students, community leaders and other residents interested in maintaining a healthy community. We inv …
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