Lesson 3 Checklist: Finding Your People: Locating Like-minded Individuals

Community Discovery Mindset

Adopted an abundance perspective toward potential communities

Embraced an experimental approach to community exploration

Developed patience and persistence in your search process

Remained open to unexpected community opportunities

Clarified your priorities for community discovery

Created profiles on at least two community discovery platforms

Used specific search terms related to your identified interests

Explored interest-specific online communities in your areas of passion

Implemented targeted social media strategies to find local gatherings

Bookmarked or saved promising community opportunities for follow-up

Visited at least two community hubs or third places in your area

Checked bulletin boards or community listings for relevant gatherings

Asked people in your network about communities they’re aware of

Explored local publications or websites for community listings

Made direct inquiries about specific community interests

Investigated volunteer opportunities aligned with your values

Explored adult education or workshop options in your area

Considered physical activity groups that might interest you

Looked into intergenerational community opportunities

Identified at least one “overlooked” space to explore further

Developed your personal criteria for evaluating community fit

Conducted pre-participation research on promising communities

Created a first-visit assessment plan for what to observe

Committed to the three-visit rule before making decisions

Designed a system to track your community exploration experiences

Created your comprehensive community inventory list

Applied preliminary filters to identify the most promising options

Prioritized communities for exploration based on potential fit

Scheduled specific dates for initial community visits

Developed your personal community assessment criteria

Prepared to bridge online and offline connections in Lesson 4