Role in the Ecosystem
The Aeterna Community is the physical container for the Community Circle, representing the ultimate expression of the Aeterna philosophy. It is the final expansion in the participant's journey, where the temporary state of Immersion becomes a permanent, lived reality. This is a proof-of-concept for a lifestyle organized around conscious evolution, balancing individual sovereignty with collective well-being.
Core Philosophy
The community is founded on the balance of Individuality, Family, and Community. It is not a commune, but a community for sovereign individuals and families that honors each person's unique path while fostering a strong, coherent group that contributes to the whole. The goal is an accumulation of wisdom, resilience, and compassion.
Day-to-Day Living
Infrastructure
The community is designed as a blend of private and public spaces. Residents own their private homes and land to ensure autonomy, which are integrated with world-class shared facilities:
- Meditation sanctuaries
- Co-working hubs
- Permaculture gardens
- A holistic learning center for children
Lifestyle
Residents are encouraged to bring their work into alignment with their values. The "practice" is how they engage with work, relationships, parenting, and community governance, using tools like Non-Violent Communication (NVC).
Outward-Facing Mission
The community is not isolationist and aims to contribute both locally and globally:
- Local Intervention: Programs to support the surrounding local community, such as educational workshops or sustainable agriculture initiatives.
- Global Seeding: Acting as a financial and logistical incubator to launch new Aeterna Retreat centers or support aligned communities in other parts of the world.
Funding Model
The community operates on a real estate development model, with ongoing operations funded by transparent homeowner association dues and land transfer fees.
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