COMMUNITY -
noun, plural -ties.
1.
a social group of any size whose members reside in a specific locality, share government, and often have a common cultural and historical heritage.
2.
a locality inhabited by such a group.
3.
a social, religious, occupational, or other group sharing common characteristics or interests and perceived or perceiving itself as distinct in some respect from the larger society within which it exists (usually prec. by the): the business community; the community of scholars.
4.
a group of associated nations sharing common interests or a common heritage: the community of Western Europe.
5.
Ecclesiastical. a group of men or women leading a common life according to a rule.
6.
Ecology. an assemblage of interacting populations occupying a given area.
7.
joint possession, enjoyment, liability, etc.: community of property.
8.
similar character; agreement; identity: community of interests.
9.
the community, the public; society: the needs of the community.
As we can see from the definition above, "Community" has many similar meanings but all are related to: a group of like people in a common place with common needs and interests. I go to this extent only to try to relay the importance of bringing back "Community" to our generation. Yes - technology is vital to the survival of commerce today, but so is still the need for "community" or the need to belong or relate-with other people.
I know that in some parts of our country, to initiate a conversation with a Cashier, Bank Teller, Waitress - would be uncomfortable and not accepted etiquette. Over the years, I have traveled to a few places - and because I am used to speaking to everyone I come in contact with (much to the embarrassment of my children) I have found that even in those cities where it is not readily acceptable - it was welcomed. People are still people no matter where they live and have a desire to be needed, heard, and valued.
I would encourage Community to be revisited. It has to start somewhere - so start by saying hello to your neighbors and those walking the neighborhood...invite friends to dinner - and you cook...Who knows??? It will cause you to value friendships more and it is a HUGE way to network and to gain possible Clients. Life and Success is all about RELATIONSHIPS - start making a difference and recreate Community in your part of this world!!
Your opinions and thoughts are appreciated!!
noun, plural -ties.
1.
a social group of any size whose members reside in a specific locality, share government, and often have a common cultural and historical heritage.
2.
a locality inhabited by such a group.
3.
a social, religious, occupational, or other group sharing common characteristics or interests and perceived or perceiving itself as distinct in some respect from the larger society within which it exists (usually prec. by the): the business community; the community of scholars.
4.
a group of associated nations sharing common interests or a common heritage: the community of Western Europe.
5.
Ecclesiastical. a group of men or women leading a common life according to a rule.
6.
Ecology. an assemblage of interacting populations occupying a given area.
7.
joint possession, enjoyment, liability, etc.: community of property.
8.
similar character; agreement; identity: community of interests.
9.
the community, the public; society: the needs of the community.
As we can see from the definition above, "Community" has many similar meanings but all are related to: a group of like people in a common place with common needs and interests. I go to this extent only to try to relay the importance of bringing back "Community" to our generation. Yes - technology is vital to the survival of commerce today, but so is still the need for "community" or the need to belong or relate-with other people.
I know that in some parts of our country, to initiate a conversation with a Cashier, Bank Teller, Waitress - would be uncomfortable and not accepted etiquette. Over the years, I have traveled to a few places - and because I am used to speaking to everyone I come in contact with (much to the embarrassment of my children) I have found that even in those cities where it is not readily acceptable - it was welcomed. People are still people no matter where they live and have a desire to be needed, heard, and valued.
I would encourage Community to be revisited. It has to start somewhere - so start by saying hello to your neighbors and those walking the neighborhood...invite friends to dinner - and you cook...Who knows??? It will cause you to value friendships more and it is a HUGE way to network and to gain possible Clients. Life and Success is all about RELATIONSHIPS - start making a difference and recreate Community in your part of this world!!
Your opinions and thoughts are appreciated!!
Interesting Trisha!
ReplyDeleteThe definition of the word community show us how important that is online as well.To be real and social and to communicate with behaviour with each other.Is there any online cup of coffee? (hehe).