The Ingredients of a Thriving Community​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

Building and sustaining community requires intention and care. Here are some ways we can create and nurture spaces that heal and transform

1. Center Love and Compassion: Approach every interaction with kindness, patience, and an open heart. Love is the foundation upon which all meaningful
connections are built.

2. Practice Radical Inclusion: Welcome diversity in all its forms—ethnicity, gender, ability, body size, socioeconomic background, and lived experiences. Commit to making the space accessible and safe for all.

3. Create Opportunities for Connection: Foster activities that encourage dialogue, shared experiences, and mutual support. Whether through yoga classes, storytelling
circles, or community meals, connection is the glue that holds us together.

4. Uplift Marginalized Voices: Ensure that leadership and decision-making are inclusive, amplifying the voices of those who have historically been excluded or oppressed.

5. Provide Tools for Empowerment: Offer education, resources, and opportunities for growth, equipping individuals to advocate for themselves and their communities.

6. Embrace Restorative Practices: When conflict arises, approach it with the intention to heal rather than harm. Restorative justice teaches us that accountability and repair are pathways to deeper connection.

~Lindsay Gibson
Majestic Yoga Studio
Majestic Community Wellness