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From: Padreug <padreug@aiolabs.dev>
Date: Sun, 26 Apr 2026 16:17:55 +0200
Subject: [PATCH] Add community living docs from Community.zip

New pages: conflict resolution, communication guidelines, community
meetings, daily schedule, emotional hygiene, and community foundations
worksheet. Fill TBDs in house rules (substances, dogs, guests, natural
products), FAQ (what to bring, food policy), transportation (shared
vehicles, hitchhiking), and shared responsibilities (chores, kitchen,
weekly schedule). Link everything from getting-started index.

Co-Authored-By: Claude Opus 4.6 (1M context) <noreply@anthropic.com>
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diff --git a/content/getting-started/communication-guidelines.md b/content/getting-started/communication-guidelines.md
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+---
+title: Communication Guidelines
+description: Guidelines for communication, active listening, and co-regulation in community
+tags:
+  - community
+  - communication
+---
+
+# Communication Guidelines
+
+## Communication
+
+| Focus | Practice |
+|-------|----------|
+| Speak from "I" without absolute framing | "From my perspective, I think/feel/believe that..." |
+| Observe before interpreting | When in doubt, return to clear language free of mixed interpretation |
+| Demonstrate active presence | Posture, eye contact, replace fidgeting or repetitive gestures with mindfulness |
+| Tone & sensory awareness | Calm, steady, without competition — favor silence over filler words |
+| Make clear, doable requests with collective engagement | "How do we break this down into something we can do now? What would feel like a good next step?" |
+| Commitment to growth | Everyone has agreed to learning, expanding, and growing — not fixed in "that's just who I am" |
+| State needs simply | "I notice I'm feeling xyz, I'll need to sleep on it and I'll revisit this" |
+
+## Listening
+
+| Focus | Practice |
+|-------|----------|
+| Compassion over reactivity — pause before responding | Hold space rather than taking up space; raise hand rather than interrupting; limit disruptions through empathy and increased tolerance |
+| Curiosity over certainty | Leave space for others to process information. If I think I know something absolutely, I'm likely wrong — leave space for questions and uncertainty |
+| Mirror to understand & appreciate | Reflect back what you heard even if you disagree or don't fully understand (yet); use affirming language to show gratitude and favor connection |
+| Observe intent vs. impact | Sometimes words hit in ways they are not intended — be more impeccable with our words and don't take things personally |
+| Respect capacity | We try to enter meetings with presence but we cannot force others to engage due to our own discomfort or stress |
+
+## Co-Regulation
+
+When reactivity or disruption is noticed, follow these steps:
+
+1. **Pause** — pause when reactivity or disruption is noticed
+2. **Reground** — regulate through movement, breath, closed eyes, silence, etc.
+3. **Repair** — when calm and steady
+4. **Resume** — when collective regulation is restored
+
+### Additional Practices
+
+- Open and close shared spaces intentionally — set the container and ground rules
+- Use appreciation and forgiveness rounds
+- Keep written notes and summaries: what was decided, who's responsible, what's next, and schedule follow-ups
diff --git a/content/getting-started/community-foundations.md b/content/getting-started/community-foundations.md
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+---
+title: Community Foundations Worksheet
+description: Reflective worksheet for community members to explore values, communication, and growth
+tags:
+  - community
+  - onboarding
+---
+
+# Community Foundations Worksheet
+
+A reflective exercise for community members — whether you're just arriving or have been here a while. Take your time with these prompts. There are no right answers.
+
+## I. Wellbeing
+
+1. What do you know about your work/life balance?
+2. How do you want to connect with yourself / nature / each other?
+3. What shared rhythms, beliefs, or practices do you wish to gather over?
+
+## II. Values
+
+1. What are your top hopes and aspirations for the kind of container we are creating? What values of yours do you desire us to uphold collectively?
+2. How do you want guests to feel when they arrive? What kind of environment or energy do you want this household or project to hold?
+3. How do we align personal and collective values, principles, and desires?
+
+## III. Leadership
+
+1. What do you look for in a space holder / leader / role model? Is that what you wish to be?
+2. How do the concepts of responsibility and commitment make you feel?
+3. How do you wish to be held as a leader in this space — what form of support or structures helps you be your best?
+
+## IV. Flow
+
+1. What are your tools and systems that work for you — to help you work effectively?
+2. What kinds of "healthy" living practices do you like to have in your environment to stay productive, balanced, and motivated? How can that fit into shared spaces and be sustainable?
+3. What does collaboration look like to you? How can you take care of you around others?
+
+## V. Communication
+
+1. How do you prefer to communicate in daily life, in work, in rest? Regarding needs and boundaries? And triggers, tensions, and conflicts?
+2. What are your strengths and weaknesses in this field?
+3. Think of your ideal community container — how can we all listen, discuss, decide, and disagree better?
+
+## VI. Growth
+
+1. **Recognizing Triggers** — What types of situations usually make you feel irritated, offended, or hurt? When you notice the first signs, what physical sensations or thoughts do you observe?
+2. **Pausing & Reflecting** — How could you pause and create space before reacting the next time you feel triggered? What questions could you silently ask yourself to better understand your own reaction?
+3. **Responding Mindfully** — How can you express your feelings in a way that honors your experience without escalating a situation? If someone unintentionally offends or hurts you, what is one way to stay calm while still addressing it?
+4. **Reframing the Trigger** — Imagine a recent moment of irritation — what could you have done differently to respond rather than react? How could you reframe or reinterpret the situation to reduce emotional intensity?
+5. **Repair & Growth** — After a moment of strong emotion, what steps could you take to repair your own state and your connection with others? What practical habit could you integrate into your daily life to respond more skillfully in the future?
diff --git a/content/getting-started/community-meetings.md b/content/getting-started/community-meetings.md
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+---
+title: Community Meetings
+description: Frameworks for weekly team meetings, presentations, and council meetings
+tags:
+  - community
+  - organization
+---
+
+# Community Meetings
+
+## Monday Team Meeting
+
+### 1. Opening Drop-In & Sync-Up (5 min)
+Guided meditation, oms, movement, breath, etc.
+
+### 2. Check-Ins / Rounds (5 min max per person)
+Facilitator chooses one prompt:
+- **P.I.E.S.** — physical, intellectual, emotional, spiritual
+- **Somatics** — what sensations are you noticing in your body now? Where are they located?
+- **Story/Struggle/Spark** — story (what's your now) / struggle (what's got you down) / spark (what gets you up)
+- **Rose/Thorn/Bud** — rose (gratitude) / thorn (challenge) / bud (desire)
+
+### 3. Wants / Needs / Desires (Popcorn, 1-2 min)
+Facilitator addresses needs by active listening, scheduling in, and/or listing a priority task.
+
+### 4. Logistics, To-Do's & Delegation (20-30 min)
+- **Present:** this week's priority projects
+- **Delegate:** confirm who does what and timelines
+- **Schedule:** overview of this week's schedule
+
+### 5. Closing Reflection Round (in silence, 1-2 min)
+Gratitude / Forgiveness / Intentions
+
+---
+
+## Presentation Framework
+
+### 1. Opening Drop-In & Sync-Up (5 min)
+Guided meditation, oms, movement, breath, etc. Set the container and ground rules of engagement.
+
+### 2. Outline Goals & Focus
+- Communicate an overview of the direction of the meeting to the group
+- Clarify the structure and time frame
+
+### 3. Q&A (10 min)
+Open the floor to feedback, questions, or discussion.
+
+### 4. Closing (2 min)
+Grounding practice, appreciation rounds, intention reset, etc.
+
+---
+
+## Council Meeting
+
+### 1. Opening Drop-In & Sync-Up (5 min)
+Guided meditation, oms, movement, breath, etc.
+
+### 2. Logistics, To-Do's & Delegation (20-30 min)
+- **Updates & check-ins:** ongoing or last week's tasks/projects — what needs or blocks have presented themselves
+- **Introduce new tasks/projects:** assess what stage the concept is in and how to move it forward
+- **Delegate or schedule:** confirm who does what and timelines — set accountability and action plans
+
+### 3. Closing (2 min)
+Grounding practice, appreciation rounds, intention reset, etc.
diff --git a/content/getting-started/conflict-resolution.md b/content/getting-started/conflict-resolution.md
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+---
+title: Conflict Resolution
+description: Step-by-step process for handling conflicts within the community
+tags:
+  - community
+  - communication
+---
+
+# Conflict Resolution
+
+A guide for handling conflicts with individuals. The goal is resolution, not punishment.
+
+## Step 1: Pause & Self-Attune (within 24 hours)
+
+*For the person feeling activated or impacted.*
+
+Take time to slow down and reflect before acting.
+
+- Ask yourself: What am I feeling? What is the impact on me? What do I need?
+- Journaling, movement, nature time, or support (by request) is encouraged
+- Avoid venting to uninvolved parties or spreading the charge
+
+## Step 2: Direct Communication (within 48 hours)
+
+*With the person directly involved.*
+
+Reach out with the intention to clear tension or misunderstanding.
+
+- Speak in "I" statements: "I felt...", "My experience was..."
+- Listen as much as you speak — be willing to hear their perspective fully
+- Both parties should name what resolution or next step would feel complete
+
+## Step 3: Peer Mediation / Facilitated Dyad
+
+*If no resolution has occurred.*
+
+Invite a trusted third party to witness and hold space neutrally.
+
+- This person should not take sides or interpret — only reflect, anchor, and help clarify
+- If more structure is needed, use the [[#reflect--repair-template|Reflect & Repair Template]] below
+- Agreements made here are honored as binding for both parties
+
+## Step 4: Community-Level Circle
+
+*If the conflict affects multiple people or remains unresolved.*
+
+Bring the situation to the wider group in a structured space.
+
+- This is not a venting session — all shares must be framed in terms of needs, impacts, and potential collective implications
+- A facilitator or outside therapist may be invited to support clarity and accountability
+- The goal is resolution, not punishment — but decisions made here may include restorative tasks, boundaries, or temporary space if needed
+
+> [!warning] Do not escalate prematurely
+> Steps 1-3 must be attempted in good faith first.
+
+## Ongoing Emotional Hygiene Practices
+
+- Weekly "Therapy Thursdays" allow short emotional shares and prevent build-up (circle format, participation is optional)
+- Members may request a follow-up talk if they realize they mishandled something after the fact
+- Guests are oriented to this process upon arrival and agree to abide by its spirit
+
+## Consequences of Avoidance or Repetition
+
+Unaddressed or repeatedly mishandled conflict erodes the collective field.
+
+- If a pattern of avoidance, reactivity, or blame is noticed, the group may initiate a small review circle (2-3 trusted members) to support reflection
+- This is protective rather than punitive — for both the individual and the group
+- The council can offer support, reflection, or propose temporary adjustments to restore balance (e.g. pauses in certain roles, agreements for reflection)
+
+---
+
+## Reflect & Repair Template
+
+A shared tool for individual reflection, conflict resolution, or mediation sessions within the community. This form can be used:
+
+- Alone, as part of Step 1 (self-reflection)
+- In Step 3, during mediation or facilitated repair
+- As a group tool in Step 4, if needed
+
+It is not a complaint form — it is a living practice in honesty, repair, and shared responsibility.
+
+### 1. What happened?
+
+Briefly describe the moment, event, or dynamic that activated something in you. Focus on facts, not interpretations.
+
+*"What did I see/hear/experience?"*
+
+### 2. What arose in my system?
+
+What body-level signals, emotions, or protective responses surfaced? Name your felt experience and emotional response.
+
+*"How did I feel and where do I feel it?" / "What story did I make about it?"*
+
+### 3. What need or value felt unmet?
+
+Connect your reaction to a core need, value, or collective agreement.
+
+*"Which of my needs, boundaries, or values were affected?"*
+
+### 4. What could I have done differently?
+
+(Only fill out if ready.) Name your own part, no matter how small — even if your part was silence or avoidance.
+
+*"Where did I collapse, react, or abandon myself or the situation?"*
+
+### 5. What do I want now for closure or repair?
+
+List a clear request, desire, or outcome. It might be a conversation, a new agreement, a witnessing, a shared action, or space.
+
+*"What would make me feel complete, seen, or safe again?"*
+
+### 6. What am I committed to learning or practicing?
+
+This is where transformation happens. Be honest and humble.
+
+*"What do I want to embody more of?"*
diff --git a/content/getting-started/daily-schedule.md b/content/getting-started/daily-schedule.md
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+---
+title: Daily Schedule
+description: Daily flow and rhythm during events and residencies
+tags:
+  - community
+  - schedule
+  - events
+---
+
+# Daily Schedule
+
+The daily rhythm during events and residencies.
+
+## Core Schedule
+
+| Time | Block | Description |
+|------|-------|-------------|
+| Early | Personal Time | Individual coffee/tea/breakfast — yoga, meditation, hike, etc. |
+| 11:00-13:00 | AM Work Block | Meet together to set out on focused work-related missions |
+| 13:00-15:00 | Karma Yoga | Collective food prep, other karmic chores, and lunch clean-up |
+| 13:30-14:30 | Meet & Eat | Team meeting during lunch for practical, non-charged subjects — space for announcements of shared agenda or changes |
+| 15:00-19:00 | PM Work Block | Second work session — continuing missions from the morning or personal project time |
+| 19:00-20:00 | Dinner | Prepared for the whole group — eating by 8 at the latest. Attendance is optional |
+| Late | Free Time | Games, movie/documentary, fire gathering, music, etc. |
+
+## Afternoon Optionals
+
+| Time | Activity | Description |
+|------|----------|-------------|
+| 15:00-16:00 | Theory & Logistics | Focused time for study/planning (personal subjects or classroom set-up) |
+| 18:00-19:00 | Somatic Sessions | Yoga, dance, or movement (individual or led, depending on group interest) |
+
+## Weekly Specials
+
+| Day | Time | Event | Description |
+|-----|------|-------|-------------|
+| Monday | 15:00-16:00 | Peripatos | Stroll of discourse — gather to walk the land and set a philosophical theme for the week |
+| Wednesday | 20:00 | Koinos Kardia | Shared hearts — usually a talking circle for free-associative speech, but can be movement, meditation, breathwork, or other co-regulation practice |
+| Friday AM | 9:00-12:00 | Foix Market Day | Our local market and community gathering event, 10 minutes drive away |
+| Friday/Saturday PM | 21:00-Late | Symposium | Music, poetry, expression in a free format — or evenings out together for live music or night markets |
+| Sunday | 10:00 | [[cleaning-party|Cleaning Party]] | Weekly deep clean of all shared spaces |
+
+## Meals
+
+- **Lunch (~13:00):** We gather to prepare a collective meal together
+- **Supper (~19:00):** A sign-up sheet is available for anyone who wants to take on the culinary quest
+- **Shared meals** are inclusive to everyone present — generally vegetarian/vegan, gluten free, nut free
+- **Breakfast, coffee/tea, snacks, meat/cheese** are your own responsibility
+
+## Karma Yoga / Deep Clean Days
+
+If you notice it, nurture it — floors looking grubby? Give them a scrub. Rags and sheets piling up? Throw them in the wash.
+
+> [!tip] Local Life
+> In the greater community of Ariege there is almost always something going on — daily artisanal and organic produce markets, traditional (Occitanie/Celtic) live music and dances, workshops of all kinds, outdoor sports (kayaking, horseback riding, skiing). The culture is vibrant and we recommend you explore!
+>
+> You are responsible for your own mode of transport and for taking time off within our flexible work schedule, so long as you consistently stay committed to the exchange.
diff --git a/content/getting-started/emotional-hygiene.md b/content/getting-started/emotional-hygiene.md
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+---
+title: Emotional Hygiene
+description: Understanding different emotional regulation styles in community living
+tags:
+  - community
+  - communication
+  - wellbeing
+---
+
+# Emotional Hygiene
+
+A group guide for understanding our differences, based in science.
+
+## Why This Matters
+
+Each of us moves through emotion differently — some go inward, others reach out, some express in group settings. These differences reflect real variations in our nervous systems and lived histories. There's no right way to process emotion. But tension happens when our styles clash, especially in shared space.
+
+This guide offers a shared lens to understand those differences and build trust without requiring sameness.
+
+## What the Science Shows
+
+Emotion isn't just a feeling — it's a physiological shift involving breath, heart rate, hormones, and neural networks. How we return to balance depends on what helps us feel safe:
+
+- Some people **down-regulate** emotion by being alone, thinking, or moving
+- Others settle through **connection** — a conversation, eye contact, or co-presence
+- Others find regulation in **collective spaces** — group rituals, storytelling, singing, or witnessing
+
+All of these are valid. Problems arise when we assume our own style is universal — or when shared systems support only one form of processing.
+
+## When Styles Clash
+
+- One person shares deeply in a group circle and feels complete. Another person, who prefers private intimacy, feels like the real work was bypassed or feels unseen
+- Someone needs to speak now, in the moment. Another needs space before engaging. The first feels rejected; the second feels pressured
+- A person pours emotion into ritual sharing but avoids one-on-one follow-up. Others sense vulnerability but not connection, leading to confusion or let-down
+
+## Emotional Regulation Styles
+
+| Style | Basis | Strengths | Challenges |
+|-------|-------|-----------|------------|
+| **Dyadic / One-on-One** | Relies on co-regulation via mirror neurons | Deep empathy, personalized support | May not scale to group settings |
+| **Group / Distributed** | Activates social baseline network, co-safety via group presence | Collective bonding, shared processing | Can bypass individual needs |
+| **Intrapersonal / Solitary** | Engages prefrontal-limbic self-regulation, enhances internal coherence | Accessible anytime, no social exposure | May bypass relational repair or connection |
+
+Effective group design recognizes that no one method fits all — flexible structures reduce dysregulation and support sustainable community function.
+
+## Facilitation Model: Modular Emotional Integration
+
+### 1. Tiered Sharing Structures
+
+Different individuals have different thresholds for social exposure. Perceived safety determines whether someone engages, shuts down, or defends.
+
+- **Tier 1: Solo Reflection** — self-directed journaling, voice notes, or silent observation during the circle. Supports those needing internal processing or who are overstimulated by group attention
+- **Tier 2: Partner Dyads** — opt-in pairs with guiding prompts for sharing and witnessing. Ideal for those who want attunement without the exposure of the full group
+- **Tier 3: Full Group Sharing** — voluntary circle participation with time-limited space to speak while others witness. "Passing" is always valid
+
+### 2. Consistent Ritual Entry & Exit
+
+Ritual boundaries enhance focus and safety. Predictability reduces threat reactivity.
+
+- Always open with grounding + purpose reminder
+- Always close with nervous system check-out + clear transition (e.g. silence, song, simple breath pattern)
+
+### 3. Multiple Expression Modes
+
+Not all regulation happens through words. Movement, breath, and presence co-regulate without cognitive overload.
+
+- Include moments of nonverbal expression: drawing, somatic check-in, gesture sharing
+- Offer writing and silence as valid contributions
+
+### 4. Time-Limited Turns with Consent-Based Feedback
+
+- Sharing = 3-5 minutes each
+- Listener only responds if invited: "Would you like reflection, presence, or silence?"
+
+### 5. Structured Opt-In Roles
+
+Agency in group settings improves self-regulation and reduces social threat.
+
+- Available roles: witness, reflector, empathizer, or silent anchor
+- Participants choose roles before the circle begins
diff --git a/content/getting-started/faq.md b/content/getting-started/faq.md
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@@ -17,7 +17,9 @@ See [[internet|Internet & Communications]].
 *TBD: Room assignments/process*
 
 ### What should I bring?
-*TBD: Packing list suggestions*
+- A towel
+- Natural products only — no synthetic or chemical cosmetics, soaps, sunscreens, or bug sprays (for soil and health)
+- Your own mode of transport if you require autonomy, or be open to hitchhiking/public bus
 
 ## Daily Life
 
@@ -25,7 +27,7 @@ See [[internet|Internet & Communications]].
 The main heating is a wood-burning heater. See [[wood-fire-heater|Wood Fire Heater Guide]].
 
 ### Where do I get food?
-See [[supplies|Supplies & Shopping]] for nearby stores. Shared food policy: *TBD*
+See [[supplies|Supplies & Shopping]] for nearby stores. We prepare shared meals together — generally vegetarian/vegan, gluten free, and nut free. Breakfast, coffee/tea, snacks, and meat/cheese are your own responsibility. See [[daily-schedule|Daily Schedule]] for meal times.
 
 ### How do I do laundry?
 See [[laundry|Laundry]].
diff --git a/content/getting-started/house-rules.md b/content/getting-started/house-rules.md
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+++ b/content/getting-started/house-rules.md
@@ -8,11 +8,15 @@ tags:
 
 # House Rules & Guidelines
 
-*TBD: Customize these based on your community's agreements*
-
 ## Core Values
 
-*TBD: Add community values/principles*
+This is a space that prioritizes wellbeing, balance, and sustainability. Our core values:
+
+- **Sovereignty** — respect each person's autonomy and boundaries
+- **Kindness** — lead with goodwill in all interactions
+- **Open communication** — speak honestly, listen deeply (see [[communication-guidelines|Communication Guidelines]])
+- **Nature-positive living** — care for the land and ecosystem we share
+- **Growth** — commitment to learning, expanding, and evolving together
 
 ## General Guidelines
 
@@ -20,15 +24,29 @@ tags:
 - Clean up after yourself
 - Leave spaces as you found them (or better)
 - Respect others' work and belongings
+- If you notice it, nurture it — floors looking grubby? Give them a scrub. Rags piling up? Throw them in the wash
 
 ### Quiet Hours
 - *TBD: Define quiet hours if applicable*
 
 ### Guests
-- *TBD: Guest policy*
+- Each guest must be introduced to the community individually
+- Guests are oriented to our [[conflict-resolution|conflict resolution process]] upon arrival and agree to abide by its spirit
 
-### Smoking/Substances
-- *TBD: Policy*
+### Substances
+- No substances are to be used on site so as not to influence others
+- If you must, take a stroll or head into town and be mindful of the energy you bring back into the space
+- We invite and encourage everyone to enter and experience the space with a clear mind and centered body
+
+### Natural Products Only
+- Use of synthetic and chemical products is not allowed (for soil and health)
+- Be vigilant with cosmetics, soaps, sunscreens, and bug sprays — natural products only
+
+### Dogs
+- Indoors is a daytime dog-free space
+- At night, dogs can accompany you to your room but must have their own bed
+- No sofas or common sitting areas are shared with dogs
+- Only bring companions if you are confident they won't cause a disturbance
 
 ## Kitchen
 - Wash dishes promptly
@@ -56,7 +74,13 @@ tags:
 - Security
 
 ## Conflict Resolution
-- *TBD: How to address issues*
+
+We follow a structured process for working through disagreements — see the full [[conflict-resolution|Conflict Resolution]] guide. The key steps:
+
+1. **Pause & Self-Attune** (within 24 hours)
+2. **Direct Communication** (within 48 hours)
+3. **Peer Mediation** if unresolved
+4. **Community Circle** as last resort
 
 ## Emergencies
 - Always refer to [[emergency|Emergency Information]]
diff --git a/content/getting-started/index.md b/content/getting-started/index.md
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@@ -53,12 +53,32 @@ Community agreements and expectations.
 ### [[shared-responsibilities|Shared Responsibilities]]
 Chores, maintenance, and collective care.
 
+### [[daily-schedule|Daily Schedule]]
+Daily rhythm during events and residencies.
+
 ### [[supplies|Supplies & Shopping]]
 Where to get groceries, household supplies, etc.
 
 ### [[transportation|Transportation]]
 Getting around, nearest town, transit options.
 
+## Community Life
+
+### [[communication-guidelines|Communication Guidelines]]
+How we communicate, listen, and co-regulate.
+
+### [[conflict-resolution|Conflict Resolution]]
+Step-by-step process for working through disagreements.
+
+### [[emotional-hygiene|Emotional Hygiene]]
+Understanding different emotional regulation styles.
+
+### [[community-meetings|Community Meetings]]
+Frameworks for weekly team meetings, presentations, and council meetings.
+
+### [[community-foundations|Community Foundations Worksheet]]
+Reflective exercise for new and existing community members.
+
 ---
 
 ## Questions?
diff --git a/content/getting-started/shared-responsibilities.md b/content/getting-started/shared-responsibilities.md
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+++ b/content/getting-started/shared-responsibilities.md
@@ -11,13 +11,17 @@ tags:
 
 ## Chore System
 
-*TBD: Describe how chores are organized*
+Daily upkeep follows a "karma yoga" approach — if you notice it, nurture it. See [[daily-schedule|Daily Schedule]] for the daily rhythm including the Karma Yoga block (13:00-15:00).
 
 ### Daily Tasks
-- *TBD*
+- Collective food prep and lunch clean-up during Karma Yoga block
+- Dishes, kitchen tidying, general upkeep
 
 ### Weekly Tasks
-- *TBD*
+- [[cleaning-party|Sunday Cleaning Party]] (10:00 AM)
+- [[community-meetings|Monday Team Meeting]]
+- Wednesday Koinos Kardia (shared hearts circle)
+- Thursday "Therapy Thursdays" (optional emotional check-in)
 
 ### Seasonal Tasks
 - *TBD*
@@ -30,7 +34,10 @@ During heating season:
 - Ash removal
 
 ## Kitchen Duties
-- *TBD*
+- Shared meals are prepared collectively (see [[daily-schedule|Daily Schedule]])
+- Lunch (~13:00): communal meal, generally vegetarian/vegan, gluten free, nut free
+- Supper (~19:00): sign-up sheet for cooking — attendance is optional
+- Breakfast, coffee/tea, snacks, meat/cheese are your own responsibility
 
 ## Cleaning Schedule
 
diff --git a/content/getting-started/transportation.md b/content/getting-started/transportation.md
index 2e33680..04fcf7f 100644
--- a/content/getting-started/transportation.md
+++ b/content/getting-started/transportation.md
@@ -31,11 +31,11 @@ tags:
 ## Getting Around Locally
 
 ### Shared Vehicles
-*TBD: If there are shared cars, bikes, etc.*
+Our single car and bike are not necessarily available for communal use. Come with your own mode of transport if you require autonomy, or be open to hitchhiking or public bus.
 
 | Vehicle | Location | Key Location | Notes |
 |---------|----------|--------------|-------|
-| *TBD* | *TBD* | *TBD* | *TBD* |
+| *TBD* | *TBD* | *TBD* | Not guaranteed available |
 
 ### Bicycles
 - Location: *TBD*
@@ -47,6 +47,9 @@ tags:
 - **Schedule:** *TBD*
 - **Routes:** *TBD*
 
+### Hitchhiking
+- Hitchhiking is common practice in the region, highly utilized and recognized
+
 ### Taxi / Rideshare
 - *TBD*