May 16th, 2026

A week after leaving an intentional community in New Mexico, I find myself processing an experience that was the final stomp on my rose-colored community glasses. I define what an intentional community is, why I’ve been drawn to them, and some ugly truths I’ve learned on my quest for community.

Devils in disguise seem to be revealing themselves everywhere.

When we see them, how do we respond?

Do we look away or face them head on? Do we stay silent or speak up?

💀Death of the guru

🧳A girl’s guide to community cruising

🥾 Work exchange ethics

🧩 The surprising ingredients in a dream team

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