Cohousing-L Mailing List: re: Trust

[Rob Sandelin (robsan]

Robyn  MANDERSe wrote about being aware of what people do in regards to 
keeping track of sweat equity.  I would agree and suggest one step 
further: a round of appreciation to close an event or meeting. How this 
works is that each person in the group points out something someone 
else has done which they appreciate.  It doesn't have to be anything 
huge either, a friendly smile, the innocence of kids play, the laughter 
at dinner.  Keeping people in touch with the beauty and wonder of the 
community by appreciating what you have, and publicly stating it on a 
regular basis is a great way to strengthen  the bonds of community.

Rob Sandelin
A guy coming off a horrible week who had a couple little kids deliver 
him flowers and big hug because "you looked so sad".