Imagine two intersecting circles. The left circle represents “me” and right circle represents “we.” A community must have these two components.
Firstly, it requires that each family have the ability to be totally independent if they choose. This is the “me” circle. In the Ringing Cedars books, Anastasia advises that each family have a domain that is 1ha in size. Although we do not specifically follow Anastasia’s principles at Five Streams, we happily adopt this concept. Put simply, the idea of 1ha domains is sheer genius. 1ha is just big enough for a family to grow their own food, have a house or two, and not have to talk to anyone if they do not want to. But… it is also just small enough to allow community to develop naturally. You can walk to your neighbours, share with them and commune with them without having to pay toll fees.
