Belonging

part of what makes relationships so strong within tech is that you sound absolutely insane trying to explain how this world works to anyone outside of it

Rituals allow families to slow down and connect. 🥰 The best rituals also give children a sense of belonging and acceptance. This can be accomplished with something as simple as a special greeting or farewell. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ You probably have several family rituals and traditions of your own, perhaps without even realizing it.... See more

Most people don't join communities for belonging. They join to solve a problem or achieve a goal. It's only once they form relationships that they'll cite belonging as their motivation. Lesson: to grow your community promote benefits, not belonging.