Personality Types and Permaculture

Reader Contribution by Rehana Franklin
Published on November 4, 2015
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In recent weeks, as the seasons turn from hot to cool, dry to wet, and the leaves both fade and explode into flaming Fall glory, my housemates and I spend more time indoors confronting each other instead of the Virginia wilderness.

Homesteading in the context of intentional community brings plenty of its own tangible, visceral adventures. Chasing neighborhood dogs away from our Muscovies, building composting toilets from scrap pallets, dumpster diving, and re-insulating an entire story of the house are easy and fun activities, compared to the ooey-gooey interpersonal dynamics that are the unspoken work of every intentional community.

Relationships are hard, and crafting healthy relationships is an art form. We have declared in word and deed that we are committed, not only to Appalachia and our dreams of living off grid, but also to consensus decision making, non-violent communication, friendship, honesty and accountability.

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