![]() | ![]() Social A sustainable lifestyle can only influence others effectively when its external initiatives are consistent with its own internal mode of organization. A community context is most favourable to this. Sub-conditions: 1. Within the sustainable lifestyle a measure of discipline is necessary in order that each member learns to fulfil his or her own function to enable the sustainable lifestyle to undertake external initiatives successfully. (Resulting in: Development). 2. The sustainable lifestyle should concentrate on 'keeping its own house in order' rather than undertaking initiatives based on force. (Resulting in: Subtle restraint). 3. In disciplining itself the sustainable lifestyle should seek a careful mean between the excesses of indulgence and severity, although under exceptional conditions the latter may be necessary. (Resulting in: Assistance). 4. In manifesting its principles in a role of stewardship, the sustainable lifestyle contributes significantly to the well-being of society. (Resulting in: Fellowship). 5. The character of the principles governing the sustainable lifestyle may be such that no disciplinary action is required to achieve the necessary effects (Resulting in: Style). 6. The quality of the achievements engendered by the principles of the sustainable lifestyle is the fundamental force holding it together. (Resulting in: Accomplishment). Transformation sequence When the community context proves inadequate, misunderstandings and opposition arise. (Resulting in: Opposition).
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