SANCTUARY: TERMS & CONDITIONS

PAYMENT: I understand that the investment in this membership is an annual investment of:

• Sanctuary Trial = $997 for 3 months, then $297 per month  from the 4th month on until cancelled.
• Eden Sanctuary = $2,997 when paid in full or I may opt for $297 per month for 12 months
• Legacy Member = $14,997 when paid in full. Then $111 a month or $1111 a year for life after first 3 years of Legacy Membership.

Payments not received by due date may result in work cessation. Eden World, LLC & Companies (operated by Life Stylized) reserves the right to stop delivery of services until past due balances are paid. Monthly late charges of $35.00 or 1.75% (APR of 21%), whichever is greater, will be assessed on unpaid balances every 30 (thirty) days. All payments will remain in automatic billing until paid in full.

AGREEMENT: Eden World, LLC & Companies will provide the above services to Sanctuary Member during the term of this Agreement. Member understands and agrees that fees are for services provided and time appointed to Member. Fees are due in full at the time this agreement is executed, for services to be provided and for time agreed to for services. Any arrangement to pay the fee in partial payments is for convenience only, at the discretion of Eden World, LLC & Companies. Eden World, LLC & Companies agrees to be available as provided for herein. Member understands and agrees that if Member is not available to receive services, or fails to keep any appointment as agreed, fees for that time allotted is still due and is not prorated or deferred, excepting at the sole discretion of Eden World, LLC & Companies. The term of this Agreement shall be for 12 months, commencing the date this contract is signed or e-signed. Submission of payment is agreeing to all terms and conditions.

CALL PROCEDURE: Eden World, LLC & Companies and Member will gather virtual on the  designated  “Zoom Call”. Scheduling links are sent in corresponding emails prior to calls and will also be posted in the members area. We may also choose to use other technology that allows us to stay connected. We will be sure to inform you of any of these changes.

CANCELLATION POLICY: I understand that if I wish to cancel my investment in Eden Sanctuary I will NOT receive a refund. I understand that Eden World, LLC & Companies reserves the right to cancel a members enrollment if arrears extend to the next billing cycle. After one year of membership you will automatically renew on a monthly (or annual) basis. If you wish to cancel your membership at any point after 12 months, you may do so with 30-day written notice. You may text 442-222-2346 or email concierge@EdenWorld.org

After receiving your cancellation notice, you will be required to complete our cancellation form AND schedule an off-boarding call with Rono & Sierra. The scheduling link will be sent to you at that time.

INTERRUPTION OF SERVICES: Member understands and agrees that non-payment of any payment when due may result in our terminating or suspending all services in connection with this Agreement without advance notice to you.  Member agrees that not paying Eden World, LLC & Companies for any fees due and/or Eden World, LLC & Companies suspending performance for non-payment does not relieve you from any obligation to pay and compensate Eden World, LLC & Companies as set forth in this Agreement.

ACCEPTANCE OF AND CHANGES TO TERMS: Eden World, LLC shall have the right, at its sole discretion, to modify, add, or remove any terms or conditions of these Terms of Service without notice or liability to you. Any changes to these Terms of Service shall be effective immediately following the posting of such changes. You agree to review these Terms of Service from time to time and agree that any subsequent use by you of the Services following changes to these Terms of Service shall constitute your acceptance of all such changes.

ACCORD AND SATISFACTION: No statement on a payment check or payment form from Member or in a letter accompanying a payment, whether in the form of a check, credit card authorization or transfer from you is binding on Eden World, LLC & Companies. You agree that we may negotiate such check and process payment without being bound by the conditions of any such statement. If you pay any amount other than the actual amount due us, receipt or collection of such partial payment does not constitute an accord and satisfaction. Member agrees that we may retain any such partial payment, whether restrictively endorsed or otherwise, without prejudice to our right to collect the balance properly due as provided for herein.

GOVERNING LAW AND CHOICE OF VENUE: Member and Eden World, LLC & Companies hereby expressly acknowledge and agree that this Agreement shall be construed with, and governed by, the laws of the State of California, without reference to choice of law principles. Member agrees that work is principally performed from Eden World, LLC & Companies office and therefore the proper venue for any legal action shall be in the County of Eden World, LLC & Companies principal business office, San Diego, California.  Member and Eden World, LLC & Companies irrevocably agree that the state and federal courts in the State of California shall be the exclusive forums for any dispute arising out of this Agreement, and hereby consent to the personal jurisdiction of such courts and agree to waive any right to plead, claim or allege that California is an inconvenient forum, or that such courts lack personal jurisdiction over them.

SEVERABILITY: If any part or parts of this Agreement shall be held unenforceable for any reason, the remainder of this Agreement shall continue in full force and effect. If any provision of this Agreement is deemed invalid or unenforceable by any court of competent jurisdiction, and if limiting such provision would make the provision valid, then such provision shall be deemed to be construed as so limited.

COUNTERPARTS: This Agreement and Attachments may be executed in any number of counterparts, and each counterpart, when executed, shall have the efficacy of a second original and all of which shall constitute one and the same instrument. The exchange of copies of this Agreement and/or of signature pages by electronic mail or facsimile transmission or Portable Document Format (PDF) form, or by any other electronic means intended to preserve the original graphic and pictorial appearance of a document, or by combination of such means, shall constitute effective execution and delivery of this Agreement as to the Parties and may be used in lieu of the original Agreement for all purposes. Signatures of the parties transmitted by facsimile or PDF or any electronic means shall be deemed to be their original signatures for all purposes.

CONFIDENTIALITY: Eden World, LLC & Companies recognizes that The Member may have the following: Future plans, business affairs, customer lists, financial information, job information, goals, personal information and other proprietary information. The Eden World, LLC & Companies will not, at anytime, either directly or indirectly, use any information for our own benefit. (The confidentiality statement shall be as confidential as the applicable state or federal laws allow.)

NATURE OF RELATIONSHIP:  Member understands and acknowledges that Eden World, LLC & Companies, and their principals, officers, independent contractors, employees, provides private membership, potential mentoring, relationship training and development services and you agree that you are not engaging Eden World, LLC & Companies to provide advice in law, accounting or real estate, or for any health, mental or emotional counseling. CLIENT AGREES THAT ANY COACHING-CONSULTING RELATIONSHIP IS IN NO WAY IN LIEU OF OR REPLACEMENT FOR PSYCHOLOGICAL COUNSELING OR ANY TYPE OF THERAPY. Member further affirms his/her fitness to engage Eden World, LLC & Companies for the services described herein and that you will utilize appropriate qualified, licensed or certified professionals for services they provide. In the event client feels need for professional counseling or therapy it is the responsibility of the Member to seek a licensed professional. 

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES:  Eden World, LLC & Companies results are not guaranteed.  Member understands and agrees that he/she  is responsible for generating, creating, and producing their own relationship results. Eden World, LLC & Companies will endeavor to provide you with the best possible retreat services, relationship mentoring, and recommendations for the services requested.  Member understands and agrees that it is not possible to predict the outcome of any situation, condition or circumstance. Therefore, nothing in this Agreement and nothing in our communications with you should be construed as a promise or guarantee as to the outcome of your relationship matters, but only as expressions of our professional judgment. For example, if Eden World, LLC & Companies recommends you implement a certain task, action or practice there is no guarantee that your implementation of the recommendation will result in an immediate improvement or be construed in a particular manner.  Member agrees to indemnify Eden World, LLC & Companies and its officers, principals, members, independent contractors, employees and/or agents and representatives harmless from any claims or liabilities, of any kind, for actions or results for adverse situations created as a direct result of Member’s actions or performance from any mentoring or any specific referral given by Eden World, LLC & Companies.

FINANCIAL HARDSHIP: In the event Sanctuary member, before completion of his or her agreement, experiences financial hardship, the member may request, and the Eden World Council in its sole discretion may grant a distribution of the amount owed to a later date in order to maintain a positive balance within this agreed upon contract. The  Eden World Council, in its sole discretion, shall determine whether or not a member has experienced “financial hardship” and may ask member to produce documentation to validate their claim. I understand that if I wish to cancel my investment in Eden Sanctuary I will NOT receive a refund.

NOTE: Our aim is to provide you with the utmost experience within the Sanctuary Membership. We strive to make you feel welcomed, loved and held throughout this year. If at any time you do not feel you are being valued or receiving value from the Sanctuary we invite a conversation so that we can correct this immediately. We encourage your feedback and desire to co-create this community together.

By clicking the box on webpage on your check out screen the member affirms he/she has read, understands, and agrees to the above.

Additionally I agree to the following:

• I will bring to the attention of Eden World, LLC, and staff if any challenges come up during or after my ceremony experience. 
• I recognize that any and all information shared with me as part of the ceremony are confidential and shall not be divulged to unauthorized individuals, agencies, or organizations. 
• I will not copy, transcribe, record, or memorize confidential information in any manner, nor disclose or use such information for any reason.

THIS AGREEMENT shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of
the State California.  I have had the opportunity to read and understand the release and acknowledge that by signing the document, I am waiving certain legal rights in the event of injury. BY SIGNING BELOW, I accept and agree to the terms contained above. 

By clicking the box on webpage on your check out screen the member affirms he/she/they has read, understands, and agrees to the above.

AGREEMENT: Eden World, LLC & Companies will provide the above services to Sanctuary Member during the term of this Agreement. Member understands and agrees that fees are for services provided and time appointed to Member. Fees are due in full at the time this agreement is executed, for services to be provided and for time agreed to for services. Any arrangement to pay the fee in partial payments is for convenience only, at the discretion of Eden World, LLC & Companies. Eden World, LLC & Companies agrees to be available as provided for herein. Member understands and agrees that if Member is not available to receive services, or fails to keep any appointment as agreed, fees for that time allotted is still due and is not prorated or deferred, excepting at the sole discretion of Eden World, LLC & Companies. The term of this Agreement shall be for 12 months, commencing the date this contract is signed or e-signed.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS CLAUSE: Participant agrees to complete ALL payments according to the payment option chosen. Participant shall complete all payments as agreed regardless of Participant’s attendance in the Sanctuary or consumption of the materials. Failure to participate is not grounds for a refund.

CALL PROCEDURE: Eden World, LLC & Companies and Member will gather virtual on the  designated  “Zoom Call”. Scheduling links are sent in corresponding emails prior to calls and will also be posted in the members area. We may also choose to use other technology that allows us to stay connected. We will be sure to inform you of any of these changes.

CANCELLATION POLICY: I understand that if I wish to cancel my investment in Eden Sanctuary I will NOT receive a refund. I understand that Eden World, LLC & Companies reserves the right to cancel a members enrollment if arrears extend to the next billing cycle. After one year of membership you will automatically renew on a monthly (or annual) basis. If you wish to cancel your membership at any point after 12 months, you may do so with 30-day written notice. You may text 442-222-2346 or email concierge@EdenWorld.org

After receiving your cancellation notice, you will be required to schedule an off-boarding call with Rono & Sierra. The scheduling link will be sent to you at that time.

TRIAL PERIOD ONLY: I understand that if I wish to cancel my investment in Eden Sanctuary, I must email concierge@edenworld.org before the end of the trial period. If I try to cancel after the trial period ends, the annual agreement is in effect and I can cancel after the 1 year mark with a 30-day notice.

INTERRUPTION OF SERVICES: Member understands and agrees that non-payment of any payment when due may result in our terminating or suspending all services in connection with this Agreement without advance notice to you.  Member agrees that not paying Eden World, LLC & Companies for any fees due and/or Eden World, LLC & Companies suspending performance for non-payment does not relieve you from any obligation to pay and compensate Eden World, LLC & Companies as set forth in this Agreement.

ACCEPTANCE OF AND CHANGES TO TERMS: Eden World, LLC shall have the right, at its sole discretion, to modify, add, or remove any terms or conditions of these Terms of Service without notice or liability to you. Any changes to these Terms of Service shall be effective immediately following the posting of such changes. You agree to review these Terms of Service from time to time and agree that any subsequent use by you of the Services following changes to these Terms of Service shall constitute your acceptance of all such changes.

ACCORD AND SATISFACTION: No statement on a payment check or payment form from Member or in a letter accompanying a payment, whether in the form of a check, credit card authorization or transfer from you is binding on Eden World, LLC & Companies. You agree that we may negotiate such check and process payment without being bound by the conditions of any such statement. If you pay any amount other than the actual amount due us, receipt or collection of such partial payment does not constitute an accord and satisfaction. Member agrees that we may retain any such partial payment, whether restrictively endorsed or otherwise, without prejudice to our right to collect the balance properly due as provided for herein.

GOVERNING LAW AND CHOICE OF VENUE: Member and Eden World, LLC & Companies hereby expressly acknowledge and agree that this Agreement shall be construed with, and governed by, the laws of the State of California, without reference to choice of law principles. Member agrees that work is principally performed from Eden World, LLC & Companies office and therefore the proper venue for any legal action shall be in the County of Eden World, LLC & Companies principal business office, San Diego, California.  Member and Eden World, LLC & Companies irrevocably agree that the state and federal courts in the State of California shall be the exclusive forums for any dispute arising out of this Agreement, and hereby consent to the personal jurisdiction of such courts and agree to waive any right to plead, claim or allege that California is an inconvenient forum, or that such courts lack personal jurisdiction over them.

SEVERABILITY: If any part or parts of this Agreement shall be held unenforceable for any reason, the remainder of this Agreement shall continue in full force and effect. If any provision of this Agreement is deemed invalid or unenforceable by any court of competent jurisdiction, and if limiting such provision would make the provision valid, then such provision shall be deemed to be construed as so limited.

COUNTERPARTS: This Agreement and Attachments may be executed in any number of counterparts, and each counterpart, when executed, shall have the efficacy of a second original and all of which shall constitute one and the same instrument. The exchange of copies of this Agreement and/or of signature pages by electronic mail or facsimile transmission or Portable Document Format (PDF) form, or by any other electronic means intended to preserve the original graphic and pictorial appearance of a document, or by combination of such means, shall constitute effective execution and delivery of this Agreement as to the Parties and may be used in lieu of the original Agreement for all purposes. Signatures of the parties transmitted by facsimile or PDF or any electronic means shall be deemed to be their original signatures for all purposes.

CONFIDENTIALITY: Eden World, LLC & Companies recognizes that The Member may have the following: Future plans, business affairs, customer lists, financial information, job information, goals, personal information and other proprietary information. The Eden World, LLC & Companies will not, at anytime, either directly or indirectly, use any information for our own benefit. (The confidentiality statement shall be as confidential as the applicable state or federal laws allow.)

NATURE OF RELATIONSHIP:  Member understands and acknowledges that Eden World, LLC & Companies, and their principals, officers, independent contractors, employees, provides private membership, potential mentoring, relationship training and development services and you agree that you are not engaging Eden World, LLC & Companies to provide advice in law, accounting or real estate, or for any health, mental or emotional counseling. CLIENT AGREES THAT ANY COACHING-CONSULTING RELATIONSHIP IS IN NO WAY IN LIEU OF OR REPLACEMENT FOR PSYCHOLOGICAL COUNSELING OR ANY TYPE OF THERAPY. Member further affirms his/her fitness to engage Eden World, LLC & Companies for the services described herein and that you will utilize appropriate qualified, licensed or certified professionals for services they provide. In the event client feels need for professional counseling or therapy it is the responsibility of the Member to seek a licensed professional. 

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES:  Eden World, LLC & Companies results are not guaranteed.  Member understands and agrees that he/she  is responsible for generating, creating, and producing their own relationship results. Eden World, LLC & Companies will endeavor to provide you with the best possible retreat services, relationship mentoring, and recommendations for the services requested.  Member understands and agrees that it is not possible to predict the outcome of any situation, condition or circumstance. Therefore, nothing in this Agreement and nothing in our communications with you should be construed as a promise or guarantee as to the outcome of your relationship matters, but only as expressions of our professional judgment. For example, if Eden World, LLC & Companies recommends you implement a certain task, action or practice there is no guarantee that your implementation of the recommendation will result in an immediate improvement or be construed in a particular manner.  Member agrees to indemnify Eden World, LLC & Companies and its officers, principals, members, independent contractors, employees and/or agents and representatives harmless from any claims or liabilities, of any kind, for actions or results for adverse situations created as a direct result of Member’s actions or performance from any mentoring or any specific referral given by Eden World, LLC & Companies.

BREAK-UP CLAUSE: While the purpose / mission of all Eden affiliates and offerings is to deepen and strengthen your relationship, we understand that all relationships are nuanced and issues can arise. If for any reason, your commitment to your relationship comes into question during the terms of this agreement, you agree to bring this issue to the Eden World Council immediately, who will then assign a course of supportive actions to take (IE- to go through the Eden Resolutions Process) before you make any agreements to separate or uncouple. Should you choose to uncouple before the completion of this agreement without the support of the Eden World Council and process no refunds will be given.  

FINANCIAL HARDSHIP: In the event Sanctuary member, before completion of his or her agreement, experiences financial hardship, the member may request, and the Eden World Council in its sole discretion may grant a distribution of the amount owed to a later date in order to maintain a positive balance within this agreed upon contract. The  Eden World Council, in its sole discretion, shall determine whether or not a member has experienced “financial hardship” and may ask member to produce documentation to validate their claim. I understand that if I wish to cancel my investment in Eden Sanctuary I will NOT receive a refund.

NOTE: Our aim is to provide you with the utmost experience within the Sanctuary Membership. We strive to make you feel welcomed, loved and held throughout this year. If at any time you do not feel you are being valued or receiving value from the Sanctuary we invite a conversation so that we can correct this immediately. We encourage your feedback and desire to co-create this community together.

EDEN WORLD 12 PRINCIPLES

I. RELATIONSHIP IS OUR NORTH STAR

We hold with reverence that each person’s romantic partnership is a spiritual practice. Everything we explore revolves around the idea that in the context of committed partnership, we are more likely to discover even greater levels of freedom for our sovereign expression than what we would find through personal exploration alone.

We regard partnership as the perfect mirror for our present level of consciousness and our greatest teacher for the optimal path forward. We live in harmony with what serves that partnership, as we trust that it points us towards what is in the greatest service to ourselves, to the community and to the world. 

In Eden, we search for the commonality with each other rather than exploit our differences, and use that as a reminder to awaken to a higher consciousness. When we hold this perspective, we can feel the boundary lines dissolve between us and our beloveds, between our shadow and our light, and between that which we revere and that which we detest. If we find ourselves in opposition, we remember to take a moment to see the complimentary and symbiotic nature within ourselves and our Beloved. We are devoted to loving one another with the fullness of our hearts. 

In other words:

It is through the container of relationship that we see ourselves more completely and become the most actualized version of ourselves. We take being in relationship seriously.

II. WE ARE EACH OTHER’S BELOVED

We celebrate love. We hold each other’s love and relationship as sacred. Each member of our community is a stand for you, for your beloved and for the future selves that you can only be through dedicated commitment to each other. We are unshakable in our faith in the prosperous future of each relationship. We are ever expanding the love, care and devotion we experience with our beloveds to include our community and in turn humanity. We treat each other with the same reverence and respect that we hold for our beloveds.

In Eden, we practice knowing and loving ourselves more fully, so we can be ourselves more completely. This includes the parts that have been hidden, denied, rejected or judged. We are interconnected, and with each other as our mirrors, we can master loving ourselves and each other more completely, and create a world that works for the highest good of all.

In other words:

We extend our respect, honor and brotherly or sisterly love to everyone in Eden, even when it is challenging. When each of us practices caring for each other as beloveds, sometimes shift comes up, just like it does with your partner. Remember we are all here for the same thing. Breathe and use these principles to guide you.

III. ALL THE WAY THROUGH

When we take things “all the way through” it means that we no longer have a judgement or trigger with someone or something that was in conflict for us. It means that we each do “the work” to clear our own hearts and minds of uncompleted thoughts, unresolved interactions, character assessments and interpretations of negative intent. When we are unable to do this alone, we take the initiative to get the support from others to do so.

We meet challenges with curiosity and engage in courageous conversations that lead to the healing, greater freedom, and deeper connection we all desire most, whatever it takes.

In Eden, we do our best to not push things under the rug or hold judgments that weigh on our hearts. This principle invites us all to have the conversations that get through the layers and create an even deeper connection and understanding because we’ve gone all the way through. 

In other words:

Don’t leave things unresolved. Clean it up as we go.

IV. WHAT’S IN THE WAY IS THE WAY

We believe every problem contains the seed of its own solution and the impulse of evolution. Anything we perceive as an obstacle is an opportunity for our own development and emotional maturation. We trust that all of life is conspiring for our highest good and are grateful for the obstacles that we may initially perceive as in our way, because they point to a more noble path, giving rise to new opportunities, rewards and evolutionary ways of seeing and being.

In Eden, what looks like a problem is actually the solution. We work to show up for each other with open, undefended hearts, available for feedback and other perspectives, knowing that we all bring something of value. Seeking to find the truth in the middle, the highest possibility for all, we recognize that if something is triggered, it is gold and we explore it to discover the intrinsic value of our relational field of reflections, awareness and possibilities for growth.

In other words:

What seems like a mishap is actually transformational gold in disguise. Remember, a lotus flower blooms from the deepest and thickest mud.

V. HONOR & INTEGRITY

We believe the seeds of Eden are planted in the soil of our soul and we must live with integrity for them to blossom forth into our lives. By endeavoring to align with our deepest truth, be impeccable with our words — and keep our word — we develop the congruent character that allows life to thrive in and around us. We are sincere with the agreements and promises we make and communicate honestly when we are unable to fulfill those commitments. We honor the absent and go directly to the source of any miscommunication or upset. We treat others with reverence and respect, as we would have them treat us. 

In Eden, we do our best to live in integrity in all we do. We avoid triangulation or gossip and look to the principles as a way to honor one another and clear any obstacles in the way of a loving and peaceful connection. 

In other words:

Be Cool. Don’t be a hypocrite and say one thing then do another. Don’t be gossiping or shit talking people. Do your best to be straight up with one another.

VI. PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY

We hold the paradox of individual and shared responsibility. We cast ourselves as the author of our own experience, responsible for our thoughts, actions and circumstances. 

Although we grant that same respect to others, we also hold ourselves accountable to our impact on their experience, regardless of their sensitivities or interpretations. We clean up our own messes yet, our attitude of personal responsibility does not end there. We also hold ourselves responsible for our ongoing physical, emotional, mental and spiritual development so that we learn from our mistakes. 

In Eden, we are the creator of our own reality. No person or condition has the power to make us think, feel or do anything that we don’t consent to – therefore we take 100% responsibility for our thoughts, beliefs, perceptions, feelings and actions.  

In other words:

Keep your shit tight.

VII. FULL SOVEREIGN EXPRESSION

It is a potent expression of divine love to be fully expressed as an individual. Every person plays a necessary role in integrating what is needed to create a world that works for everyone. We also believe that it is courageous to be fully expressed and even though this can be messy and create great contrast, it is where our differences meet that our greatest opportunities for healing, growth and evolution exist. 

In Eden, we strive to live, speak and embody our most authentic self. Enriched by our differences, we celebrate the whole range of the human experience. We understand that some expressions may be soft while others are bold and we welcome both and everything in between.

In other words:
Let your freak flag fly and watch others’ heads when you are spinning your flag around.

VIII. PRESENT AWARENESS

We hold presence as the starting place from which to love and live. We recognize that being present is a prerequisite for seeing and meeting our beloveds. Because life is ever-evolving, we release the past and what the future may hold as we enter this moment, rediscovering what’s new with ourselves, our partner and the world. With present awareness, healing of separation and ultimate communion are possible. 

In Eden, we value the flow and possibility that lies within each moment as we believe this reveals our true “current-see.” Each moment is its own experience with emerging miracles held within it.

In other words:

Be here now.

IX. ASSUME THE BEST

We aim to keep our relationships free of judgement, blame, contractions and resistance. We acknowledge that we can never know Truth without understanding others. We strive to know the Truth as the multidimensional perspective that includes all and excludes nothing. We hold that giving others the experience of being understood is often a prerequisite for being understood ourselves. We engender trust that each person is doing their best regardless of our perceptions. 

In Eden, we are committed to creating a culture of humility and curiosity around our beliefs and stories about our Beloved and all of our Beloveds in Eden – allowing us to remain open to the diversity of perspectives that gives rise to the deeper understanding – the place in the middle that serves the highest good of all. This means that we examine and take responsibility for the “stories we make-up” and remain open to understanding and hearing ALL perspectives in service to the highest truth.

In other words:
Don’t make up stories about other people, assume the best and seek to understand. If you are going to make up stories… make up really amazing ones that paint others in a positive light. Go to the source with curiosity and share with an open heart.

X. GIVING FREQUENCY

When we are in the spirit of generosity it feeds the part of our soul that longs to be connected and feel supported. As an expression of valuing self and others we share what we have (our gifts) in order to uplift one another. Through this generosity bonds are created and weave together the fabric of a community that transcends self-interest. It is in these bonds that we enjoy true safety, security and certainty. The more we cherish our community, as a way of holding the gifts we offer, the more we cultivate a community in which everyone thrives. 

By being of service to others we can experience ourselves as having a surplus of love, energy, time and resources and align with a purpose greater than ourselves. We choose to give to this community because we are inspired by its purpose: Love. 

In Eden, we share from our abundance recognizing that we are all bearers of great resources. Some of us have valuable skills and services we can offer, some have finances and other acquisitions to share. We give unconditionally and wholeheartedly, trusting and knowing that we are provided for, as individuals and as a group.

In other words:
The more we give to the community, the more we are supported and all thrive. We give freely of our time, treasure and talent. “We-conomics vs. Me-conomics”

XI. ALL NEEDS MET

All human beings have needs. Some go unexpressed and some are loud and clear. At times those needs may feel in conflict with someone else’s needs, yet when we commit to seek ways to meet all needs, we illuminate a path towards creating something greater than what we originally thought possible. 

As a practice we strive to distinguish our needs from our preferences, desires and self-protection and are committed to exploring any friction or perceived “problem” with an open heart and mind. This process activates an emergent field of opportunity that allows us to discover and reveal the higher needs within every situation. 

In Eden, we hold sacred our faith that all needs can be met and that all of our decisions and actions can be made to serve the whole. We are unsatisfied with any conditions that leave any person’s needs unmet. 

In other words:
Help a buddy out and do what you can to support one another, even when you would rather not.

XII. WE HOLD IT, TOGETHER

The way we love is guided by the belief that the individual is most efficiently healed in partnership. The way we hold community is guided by the belief that the partnership is most efficiently healed in community. Rooted in our sovereignty, we freely choose to love, serve and support each other, expanding the freedom, capacity and opportunities available to all of us. 

Our struggles often feel personal, but when we reveal them to a loving community we recognize that the true nature of our struggles is, in fact, shared. We invest in each other’s development and emotional maturation, and in doing so we find ourselves liberated from the same emotional and cultural inheritance of patterned thinking and stored trauma. 

In Eden, when we have the courage to be vulnerable with each other and the generosity to hold each other tenderly in that vulnerability, we open ourselves up to a more expansive experience of love. Instead of trying to “hold it together” we hold it… together. 

In other words:
Being a lone ranger is a thing of the past. We are a tribe people and, as a tribe, we support each other and build each other up. I got me, you got you… we got we!

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When you log in, we will also set up several cookies to save your login information and your screen display choices. Login cookies last for two days, and screen options cookies last for a year. If you select “Remember Me”, your login will persist for two weeks. If you log out of your account, the login cookies will be removed.

If you edit or publish an article, an additional cookie will be saved in your browser. This cookie includes no personal data and simply indicates the post ID of the article you just edited. It expires after 1 day.

EMBEDDED CONTENT: Embedded content from other websites. Articles on this site may include embedded content (e.g. videos, images, articles, etc.). Embedded content from other websites behaves in the exact same way as if the visitor has visited the other website.

These websites may collect data about you, use cookies, embed additional third-party tracking, and monitor your interaction with that embedded content, including tracking your interaction with the embedded content if you have an account and are logged in to that website.

SHARED DATA: We do not share your data with anyone.

DATA RETENTION: How long we retain your data? If you leave a comment, the comment and its metadata are retained indefinitely. This is so we can recognize and approve any follow-up comments automatically instead of holding them in a moderation queue.

For users that register on our website (if any), we also store the personal information they provide in their user profile. All users can see, edit, or delete their personal information at any time (except they cannot change their username). Website administrators can also see and edit that information.

RIGHTS: What rights you have over your data? If you have an account on this site, or have left comments, you can request to receive an exported file of the personal data we hold about you, including any data you have provided to us. You can also request that we erase any personal data we hold about you. This does not include any data we are obliged to keep for administrative, legal, or security purposes.