How To Restore Your Faith In Community

It is incredibly important to consider the value of community in your life. But at large, it can be hard to do this. Most of us have sympathy for those in our life, especially our loved ones. But we might have little patriotism. We can easily become jaded, especially with our current politically-fragmented system. No matter where on the line you might fall in terms of the political spectrum, you will likely have your disappointments. It can be very easy to think that everyone outside of your personal bubble, or perhaps a few people you agree with on the internet, is somehow living bad faith.

But it’s important to realize that actually, the overwhelming majority of people are good people.This means that restoring your faith in community could simply be an exercise in rationality, not just wisdom. It can also be tremendously powerful for your mental health if you can realize this. Let us consider what that might look like to begin with:

Attend An Event

Simply getting involved in an event that shows the best of people in your surroundings, or on a national level, can fill you with inspiration. Attending an event such as the remembrance of the USS Alabama Battleship could help you connect with those who take pride in history, and can help you see the power of getting involved in a community life, and to see how families and friends can come together to make something good of anything. No matter if you run an event yourself, attend a local one, or try to put yourself out there, restoring your faith in community can become that much more possible.

Shop Locally

Most of us are guilty of shopping at the largest chain stores near us, and leaving it that way. This is why many local stores are finding it harder and harder to remain open. It can be worth supporting local businesses, such as butchers, grocers, health food stores, and a range of other categories that might be relevant to your interests. When you do this, you have a nice excuse for a morning out of the house and the ability to meet people. You’ll likely be very impressed by the creativity and positivity of those you meet. It can make your week. This just goes to show that you don’t need anything fancy, or to volunteer for months on end to see value in community life. Even large towns near cities have this possibility, so be sure not to discount it immediately. It matters.

Join A Group

There’s likely a group out there that you can become involved with if you try. There might be a book club you’d like to join, a writer’s forum, or even a place to help express your geeky interests such as cosplay or Dungeons & Dragons. If you give yourself the most space to express yourself, you’ll be heavily surprised as to the results.

With these tips, we hope you’re better able to feel positive about your local community.