Community Living

Daily Life Community living at TDF is about the everyday practices that create connection and regeneration.

"The real magic happens in the small moments of connection and care."

🌞 Daily Schedule

Life at TDF follows natural cycles that blend work, rest, and community:

  • Morning Rituals - Meditation, movement, and intention-setting

  • Work Periods - Focused contribution times with clear boundaries

  • Community Meals - Sharing food together as a core social practice

  • Evening Activities - Skill-sharing, music, storytelling, and celebration

🧩 Community Systems

System
Description
Participation Opportunities

Food

Regenerative agriculture, community meals

Cook shifts, garden work, food forest care

Energy

Solar power, mindful consumption

Monitoring usage, system maintenance

Water

Rainwater harvesting, greywater systems

Conservation practices, system upkeep

Waste

Composting, recycling, upcycling

Proper sorting, creative reuse

Shelter

Natural building, shared spaces

Construction, maintenance, beautification

🎭 Social Dynamics

Community living is a skill that develops through practice:

  • Communication - Nonviolent communication, active listening

  • Conflict Transformation - Turning friction into growth

  • Celebration - Marking milestones, seasons, and achievements

  • Care - Supporting each other through challenges

🎪 Special Events

The community comes together through regular special events:

  • Seasonal Festivals - Marking the turning of the year

  • Work Parties - Collaborative building and land regeneration

  • Knowledge Exchanges - Workshops and skill-sharing

  • Integration Gatherings - Welcoming new Citizens


"The community is both the setting and the purpose of our work."

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