Bri Cierp

Bri Cierp wrote:Some say the world is on the brink of collapse, while others believe we’re stepping into a golden era. But where are the ones who live in the moment, who grasp that in the end, it’s not the chaos or the triumphs that matter? It’s the kindness we offer, the hearts we touch, the way we leave this world better than we found it.

I’m not sure what exactly I’m searching for, but I know I’m not content with where I am. There’s a longing for something deeper, something more intentional. I’ve walked this path before, seen the same routines, the same empty answers. I’m still searching for my tribe—the people who understand what it means to live with purpose.

I might not have the perfect words to describe who I am, but I believe that’s something best discovered through conversation. If you’re someone who wants to connect on a real, human level, to explore what’s beyond the surface, let’s chat.

An uptick in activity has me wanting to make an update: Happy to report that I finally found what I am looking for. My tribe and my person.

Dez Choi wrote:Hey B
What matters a lot these days for you?
these days health and faith seem to call out to me with a certain reverb..
Z

Connection despite differences. Showing up in this world with kindness and intention. Service to others. Sunshine and clean air. Smiling.

Chris Daneker wrote:Don't worry about the politicians and the media. Its unfortunate but in 2025, you can only truly trust your eyes. Set your foundation to provide food year round and become off grid, self sufficient and the rest won't really matter anyway. I recommend earthships for the sake of relatively low maintenance and ability to produce plenty of food and water. Hope that helps! Stay blessed

I am not sure you understood the intention of my post.

larry kidd wrote:

Bri Cierp wrote:Some say the world is on the brink of collapse, while others believe we’re stepping into a golden era. But where are the ones who live in the moment, who grasp that in the end, it’s not the chaos or the triumphs that matter? It’s the kindness we offer, the hearts we touch, the way we leave this world better than we found it.

I’m not sure what exactly I’m searching for, but I know I’m not content with where I am. There’s a longing for something deeper, something more intentional. I’ve walked this path before, seen the same routines, the same empty answers. I’m still searching for my tribe—the people who understand what it means to live with purpose.

I might not have the perfect words to describe who I am, but I believe that’s something best discovered through conversation. If you’re someone who wants to connect on a real, human level, to explore what’s beyond the surface, let’s chat.

  There are many of us living close with nature and shy on people. We have few friends but they are true friends (family). When we do run across the right type they become family as well. Often times the family we gather is much better than the one we are born to!

Good luck!!!

Well if some of you nature dwellers could just peek out of your hidey holes once in a while, that would be great 😆😆

No, but for real- I know. I also feel like the free thinking environmentalists are a dying breed- I know, because I am one. I also know all about chosen family. That said, now is a time in my life where I want someone to choose me, though.

Sixela Trauts wrote:When I read the title of the thread, I said to myself mites is what's on a chicken's 🫏

Unfortunately, I am also an INFJ. Taken the test many times, hoping it would change. Nope. Has been difficult to find my people, as I am rarely in people shape, but the few that I've got I certainly cherish.

Long since given up on dating, but it's good to see so many similar personalities in one place! Not that I'm opposed to dating, just simply tired of being another's spiritual rehab or karma. I've got more energy for what fulfills me when I'm not in a romantic relationship, so I'm not eager to give up that peace.

Thank yall for the memes and for existing.

Me too!! Just sayin’
Don’ say unfortunately! INFJ are the most rare of the bunch.  We are feelers who simply process the world differently- gotta stick together

Some say the world is on the brink of collapse, while others believe we’re stepping into a golden era. But where are the ones who live in the moment, who grasp that in the end, it’s not the chaos or the triumphs that matter? It’s the kindness we offer, the hearts we touch, the way we leave this world better than we found it.

I’m not sure what exactly I’m searching for, but I know I’m not content with where I am. There’s a longing for something deeper, something more intentional. I’ve walked this path before, seen the same routines, the same empty answers. I’m still searching for my tribe—the people who understand what it means to live with purpose.

I might not have the perfect words to describe who I am, but I believe that’s something best discovered through conversation. If you’re someone who wants to connect on a real, human level, to explore what’s beyond the surface, let’s chat.

There is a thread here from 10 years ago, asking pretty much the same thing- but- wondering where all the Michigan permies are?

I am at an age where it feels simply impossible to make new friends who have the same interests and values as me. I'm a 37 year old mother of two, partnered, who lives in the urban center of Lansing.  I'm interested in one day having a landshare up north somewhere with likeminded folks, where we can use the space as a community and/or as a private get-away when needed. I have some property here that I do my best to garden, but I feel so alone when it comes to so many of my endeavors. I need a tribe!  
What about the rest of you Michigan folks?

I am SO interested in something like this but more of a landshare situation so that I can go between my urban home and somewhere more in the wilderness of Michigan.  More importantly I am desperately looking for likeminded people in Michigan- those who ideas like these appeal to!

I live in Lansing and I swear nobody here even knows what permaculture is

Marc Mance wrote:Hi Briannon,

I am working on selling my house in Allen Park right now.  The plan is to buy a large parcel for permaculture in Michigan to start a homestead.  I have quite a few plans on paper about energy creation and conservation, as well as some ideas as to how the land can pay for itself.

Where are you in your planning process?  What kind of tribe do you foresee?  Have you looked on intentional communities website?  Things like shared meals, or how much work someone contributes.  How will bills be divided?

Marc-

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