Does “Community” Feel Elusive?

The other day I was on a Zoom call and those of us who attended had a wonderful, layered discussion about community. I continually hear many individuals stating a strong desire for community. Often this is a need wished to be fulfilled. Yet, for some reason community seems elusive to attain.

I gather there are a number of factors determining whether someone is able to meet this need for community. It doesn’t seem like a typical goal that one simply states distinctly, then takes action toward achieving. Or can it be such type of goal? It would seem there are too many moving parts that may be out of one’s control, to follow usual actions and attainment that would come with more personal goals.

This has got me thinking about what would be the best guidance for someone seeking community? What is the mindset to hold for community to manifest? Must each of us be a “community of one” before we match up with others in order to become a community of many?

Is There a Life Phase of “No Community?”

How is community showing up for you right now? Each of us can take an in-the-moment assessment regarding one’s personal need for community. Is this a need of yours or not? If it is, do you feel like this need is evading you?

As these discussions about community accumulate, I’m having explorative questions…