Everybody wants to and can change the world! And it will be possible if we do so willingly, without suffering, and with the assurance that our efforts are creating an impact!
The reactions in the face of great tragedies – like Tsunamis in Asia or hunger in Africa – is proof that human beings are supportive by nature. It is difficult to keep a distance from the commotion of the global issues and the first impulse is to do something about it, such as send food, medicine or money. But oftentimes, in efforts to help, we remain merely spectators, passively witnessing the suffering of those far away from us. The challenge becomes, then, to look around you and realize that there is a lot to be done at this very moment, and to start the transformation right here, right now.
Our approach is focused on creating solidarity in daily social relationships, the reality surrounding us all.
Our philosophy goes through the following disciplines: the Gaze, Affection, the Dream, Care, the Miracle, Celebration and Re-evolution.
The Gaze – the exercise and cultivation of an appreciative view of a community or group and its environment, with the specific aim of creating a sense of abundance of resources and possibilities, as well as identifying and valuing the presence and potential of each person.
Affection – the stimulus to establish affectionate relationships among people, nourishing trust and mutual care which are elements that feed and strengthen the collective work. The practice of listening is an essential ability in this discipline.
The Dream –to provide adequate space and relationship for the expression of the best and deepest aspirations we all have. To build an image of the best we would like to realize, transcending the common practice of identifying problems. Our experience shows us that the more genuine, deep and precious is the dream, the more support it will receive from members of the community.
Care – the careful planning of strategies and projects that will broadly realize the expectations of a set of common dreams. Answering the question of how to walk together while taking care of oneself, of the other and of a common dream, at the same time.
The Miracle – the action of a collective, of a united group of people motivated by its best qualities and abilities, strengthened by affectionate ties and bound and motivated by its best common dreams. The result is always beyond what we imagine is possible.
The Celebration – the reunion after the journey of action to share the joy of a collaborative accomplishment, to recognize and celebrate the contribution of each in a collective achievement. This is when the physical realization and vivid experience make even more sense because they are nurturing the celebration of life.
Re-evolution – the beginning of a new cycle of expanding dreams and accomplishments. After the discovery of such potential for materialization and the pleasure of realizing dreams collectively, the desire to continue and expand into larger jumps is inevitable.
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