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08/08/2023

Dear Friends,

It feels like just yesterday when we launched Conscious Commons, dreaming of creating an oasis in the digital realm that would prioritize depth, understanding, and connection over the noise of the digital world. Today, I write to you with a heavy heart to share some challenging news.

While we had high hopes that our unique approach - choosing optional subscriptions over advertising - would pave the way for a sustainable business model, the reality is that we embarked on this journey without sufficient cash reserves to reach the point of profitability. As a result, and after much reflection, I have come to the difficult decision to close Conscious Commons.

Our final day together here will be on September 1st.

To those who saw the vision and supported us with the $7 monthly subscription, I genuinely thank you. No further payments will be deducted, and prorated refunds for the remaining period will be initiated for annual subscribers over the next 3 weeks.

Thank you to those of you that we have considered thought leaders and community superstars who chose to commit your time and energy to bringing our mission and community to life. Your presence here is what has created such an incredibly welcoming and beautiful community.

I deeply acknowledge the sense of belonging and community that many of you have discovered within Conscious Commons. It weighs heavily on my heart that we cannot journey further together in this space. Please know that the decision wasn't made lightly, and I am profoundly grateful for the moments shared here.

I cherish the discussions and the community spirit we’ve fostered, albeit briefly. As we wind down, I hope we can retain those insights and memories and hope to bring the lessons learned into the light of other communities we are all a part of.

With heartfelt gratitude,

Allie

07/26/2023

Are you ready for our next Conscious Conversation? These dialogues form the backbone of our community, giving us the chance to explore deeper aspects of our existence together. This week, we're inviting you to look forward, to the horizons of the future. Come join the conversation on Conscious Commons!

Our question this week - Imagining Possibilities: What Beautiful Vision Guides Your Hope for the Future?

Within each of us exists a visionary, a dreamer who dares to imagine a world beyond what is, into the realm of what could be. That spark, that quiet voice guiding you towards a better tomorrow — what does it tell you? What landscapes does it paint in your mind, what stories of hope, love, and unity does it weave?

We understand this might be personal, even sacred. Share only if you feel called to do so. Otherwise, use this as a journaling prompt, an invitation to delve deep into your hopes and aspirations. Our intention here is not just to dream individually, but to collectively imbue our visions into the universe, to vibrate in a symphony of hopeful tomorrows.

Is your dream filled with universal compassion? Endless creativity? Or perhaps a deep connection with the natural world? Whatever it is, we're here to listen, to share, and to dream with you.

And remember, our past Conscious Conversations are always open for more input. Feel free to jump back into any of them anytime with the hashtag .

In this grand journey of existence, let's shape our tomorrow together, guided by the beautiful visions we nurture today.

Excited to hear from you. Dream big, dream beautiful!

07/19/2023

Hey everyone,

Ready for another heart-to-heart? Our Conscious Conversations are about diving deep into topics that touch our human core, weaving stronger bonds within our community. This time, let's chat about something a little different, but we believe to be equally fascinating.

This week’s conversation starter - Channeling Our Inner Light: How Can We Direct Our Personal Energy Towards Meaningful Change?

In this whirlwind of life, each of us carries a lantern of energy — spiritual, intentional, creative. It’s our fuel, driving us forward. But we're all aware that our energy isn't an endless reservoir. So how do we balance this limited stock against the grand changes we aspire to usher in?

Is it physical stamina we need? Mental fortitude? Spiritual grit? Or is it about harmonizing all of them, like the varied notes in a melody? How do we navigate these different forms of energy and put them to good use for the things we believe in?

And then, there's the matter of expectations. What should we expect from ourselves, and what should we hope for from others?

We’d love to hear your thoughts. Your stories, insights, and experiences are more than welcome - they're needed. This is how we learn from each other, grow together, and channel our energies more effectively.

And remember, our past Conscious Conversations are always ripe for more thoughts and insights on Conscious Commons.

In this dance of life, let's make sure every step, every move we make, carries our energy forward in the best way possible.

07/12/2023

Friends,

It’s that time of week again! We’re here to begin another Conscious Conversation with you all, where together we delve into the mysteries, concepts, and intricacies that shape our human experience. It is through the exploration of these complex and impactful questions that we can strive to build community and strengthen relationships.

This week, we're turning our gaze towards the future, examining the evolution of what we believe to be one of the most vital aspects of human interaction, and one that our community brings up again and again: empathy.

The Evolution of Empathy: How Will Human Connection Change in the Future?

In the ever more rapidly changing world, constantly shaped by advancements in technology, shifts in societal norms, and massively impactful local and global events, how will our ability to understand and respond to the feelings of others evolve?

Can we expect that empathy will increase as we become more globally connected, or will it diminish as digital interactions continue to rapidly outpace face-to-face contact?

How will these changes influence the way we form and maintain relationships, build communities, view the world, and develop our worldviews etc? Particularly as it relates to our ability to view ourselves in our fellow humans’ shoes?

Another piece of the conversation we believe it vital to cover is action. IF we believe that it is essential to humanity’s long term survival, what action can we individually take to keep the torch of empathy burning strong?
For the sake of this question, let’s assume that we’re speaking of healthy and intentional empathy. We would love to have another conversation after this one that is centered around developing empathy while maintaining healthy personal emotional boundaries.

Stay conscious, stay connected!

07/06/2023

Friends,

We're excited to announce that we have made the decision to change the name of Big Question Wednesday to "Conscious Conversations". We're making this change because we believe it better captures the depth, breadth, and spirit of the discussions we are cultivating here.

Plus, as we continue to grow and expand, we want our dialogues to be accessible regardless of the day of the week or time zone you're in!

In the spirit of this new transition, we welcome you back to another Conscious Conversation, where together we’re navigating the mysteries, concepts, and intricacies that form human experience. We believe that it is through the exploration of some of these infinitely complex, intriguing, and personally impactful questions that we can form community, relationships, and create positive change.

This week, our discussion is focused on an intriguing paradox that impacts nearly everyone more and more every day as we find ourselves able to access more and more choices in the way of food, music, media, opportunity, and more.

The Paradox of Choice: Does more freedom lead to more happiness?

This question is designed to prompt the examination of the intricate relationship between freedom, choice, and our happiness. In a world of endless options, does having more choices enhance our happiness or does it leave us overwhelmed and dissatisfied? How does the societal emphasis on freedom of choice shape our expectations, our decision-making, and ultimately our perception of happiness? How have you begun to cope with the endless choices available to you, and how has it impacted your ability to be whole, healthy, and happy?

As always, we welcome your introspection, exploration, and shared insights. These Conscious Conversations are what make our community thrive!

We look forward to your thought-provoking responses!

Come join the conversation on Conscious Commons! Joinconsciouscommons.io

06/28/2023

Friends,

Welcome back to another Big Question Wednesday, where together we’re navigating the mysteries, concepts, and intricacies that form human experience.

This week, our discussion is prompted by one of our wise members, . It's a question that lies at the core of our self-perception and understanding.

The question we're exploring: Who am I in the grand scheme of existence? What constitutes our identity?

This question invites us to delve deeper into the relationship between the self, those around us, and the universe at large. How do our experiences, our relationships, our values, and our aspirations contribute to our sense of self?

Moreover, how does this individual sense of self interact with the vast cosmos? Does our understanding of self shift when we consider our existence within the larger context of the universe?

As always, we welcome your introspection, exploration, and shared insights. This is our favorite day of the week!

Have an intriguing idea for a future Big Question? We'd love to hear it!

Come join the conversation by applying for membership at https://joinconsciouscommons.io/

06/22/2023

Come join us on Conscious Commons and experience a beautiful Dreamwork event with Ashley Reimer.

Ashley takes us on an exploration into dreamwork as a source of guidance and insight. In this journey, we'll discover how our dreams can serve as tools for enhancing our spiritual practices and promoting mental and emotional well-being. Together, we'll work on understanding the communication provided in our dreams, inviting richer comprehension and self-awareness. We're excited about this shared journey and hope it resonates with your personal exploration. Looking forward to seeing you there!

06/21/2023

Friends,

Welcome back to another Big Question Wednesday, where we continue to delve deep into the enigmas, theories, and complexities that shape human existence.

This week, our spotlight is on a question prompted by one of our community members and it’s one of the BIG ones.

The question we're asking: What lies beyond our final breath? Is there life after death?

Moreover, if there is existence beyond death, what form might it take? How do our individual beliefs, religious or otherwise, shape our perspectives on the afterlife?

And, what role does our belief in life after death, or lack thereof, take in shaping our day to day experience of life?

Happy introspection and exploration, everyone! Come join the conversation on Conscious Commons. Apply for membership today at https://joinconsciouscommons.io/

06/14/2023

Friends,

Welcome to another Big Question Wednesday, where we’re diving into some of the mysteries, ideas, and intricacies that shape humanity.

This week we’re featuring a question inspired by one of our members.

Here is the question: Do we have free will? Do we or did we have a choice in our own existence and the paths our lives take?

Also, if we do have free will, how is it shaped by our relationships with friends, family, co-workers, and our communities?

Come join the conversation on Conscious Commons.

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06/07/2023

It's Wednesday! That means it's time for us to dive into another big question.

This week, we'd love to discuss the nature of Ego, particularly as it relates to our ability to connect with higher consciousness, God, the Divine, etc and how it can help or hinder spiritual growth.

- How has the Ego served as a bridge or barrier to your journey to connect with higher consciousness, God, the Divine, etc.?

- From your perspective, does the Ego belong more to our primal self, or does it have a place in our transcendent, higher self?

- Have you ever found the need to 'wrangle' your Ego? What insights did this experience offer for your growth?

and

- What can we do to better recognize when our decisions and perspectives are being negatively impacted by ego?

Below, we've summarized some of the perspectives of some of the most well known leaders in the fields of psychoanalysis, metaphysics, and personal growth.

Freud believed that the ego mediates between the id (our basic instinctual drives) and the superego (our internalized societal norms).

Jung believed the ego is was part of our conscious mind, but it's not the totality of our consciousness. He introduced us to the concept of the "Self," which represents the unified unconsciousness and consciousness. He acknowledged that the ego is crucial for self-awareness, but he believed that spiritual growth comes from integrating all aspects of our psyche, including elements beyond the ego, into the "Self."

Eckhart Tolle speaks about the ego as part of our lower consciousness, an entity that can prevent us from accessing our true selves. He believes that the ego is associated with perception and individuality as it relates to our physical form, and that the state of "Being" or higher consciousness is beyond the ego's grasp.

Byron Katie introduced a process known as "The Work" to question and dissolve beliefs held by the ego that cause suffering. She teaches that questioning these egoic beliefs allows us to access a deeper, more peaceful sense of self.

So excited to hear your perspectives and experiences on this topic.

Allie & the Conscious Commons Team

06/01/2023

Welcome to another Big Question Wednesday, where we dive into conversation around some of the significant ideas, problems, dreams and mysteries impacting humanity.

This week we would love to talk about isolation and loneliness that have become, to many, a hallmark of the modern era of digital connection.

What have your experiences with loneliness and disconnection been like?
How have you worked to deal with it?
What can we do to solve it on a larger scale?
How can we use our platform, Conscious Commons, to better provide moments and opportunities for nourishing connection?

Come join the conversation. Link in bio.

05/24/2023

It's big question Wednesday!

Today we want to invite you to a thought experiment: If we had the power to revolutionize our urban spaces, focusing on the wellness of all life forms (humans, animals, plants, etc), what transformations would you put into action?

And, how can we get there from where we are today?

We love questions like these because it gives us the opportunity to dream big dreams of a positive and healthy future, and we believe that it is from this space of love for the planet that we can truly create change.

Come join the conversation on Conscious Commons! Learn more and apply for membership here: https://joinconsciouscommons.io/

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