Whether or not you are a timebank member you can benefit from the philosophy of timebanking that we all have value, can provide value, and we are all worth of receiving values from others.
For giving to take place there needs to be a giver and there needs to be a receiver such is the full circle of exchange that is the lifeblood of connection, communication and community in our world.
We each have value and are worthy of receiving value often times we are better at giving and receiving. The 2 main challenges of time banking is people saying to themselves “I don’t know what I can give” and “I don’t know what I want to receive”.
NOTICE: The TimeBank exchange website has been moved to an entire new platform. Old links do not work and all OFFERS and REQUESTS were retired. Login and repost your offers and requests. LOGIN : http://lowermainland.timebanks.org/
Edgar Cahn has an impact and apparently so does the CBC, a number of new eNewsletter subscribers and new members to the LMTB… BOOM all at once. Cool.
The immediate response really shows the high level of, not just interest, but readiness for people to be a part of something good, something that focuses on the value of people. I think there is a hunger to get back to REAL people and real connections, TimeBanking helps to create the opportunities for connection and gifting and receiving that feeds our souls.
With all the doom and gloom in the news, it all comes down to how we treat each other, day to day, moment to moment, TimeBanking is a vehicle to remind us of what really matters and gives us a way to achieve it.
Receiving and Giving are BOTH honourable, everyday events that can happen more and more and more.
What have you received today that you are grateful for?
What have you given today the made someone smile and filled your heart?
Giving allows you to receive in your heart and receiving allows others to give so they can receive in their heart too.
Give the gift of receiving and lift others up. Give the gift of giving and honor others.
Peace.
The Lower Mainland TimeBank Team
http://LMTimeBank.org
P.S. The TimeBank members site has been moved to an entire new platform. Old links do not work and all OFFERS and REQUESTS were retired. Login and repost your offers and requests. LOGIN : http://lowermainland.timebanks.org/
It’s the last day of 2010. Tomorrow is a new day and a new year. It is that time when we reflect on the past and plan for the future. I’m doing the same for the Lower Mainland TimeBank.
Changes are afoot. There are HUGE changes in the economies of the US and Canada that have occurred and there appears to be more on the way.
Folks interested in TimeBanking share some common values. A sense of wanting more community connection, a trust and appreciation of people and a desire to help others.
There are more shared values, but I notice these three in particular.
In April 2009 I posted an update on the worldwide popularity of the Lower Mainland TimeBank on the internet. People from around the world visit our site to learn more about TimeBanking (very cool). And we have many links I’m sure they go and visit, to learn even more.
The number of visitors to our website has exploded from almost 2,000 in March 2009 unique visitors to 9,000 unique visitors in the month of May 2010! Very cool.
Here’s a look at all the countries that visit our site:
Our website visitors...It's a small world these days
Every group requires leadership which includes people like you offering time, talent and a terrific attitude. In order for you and your community to experience the best of TimeBanking each community needs their local leaders.
Here’s a nice video from a UK TimeBank that explores the benefits of TimeBanking. Meet real people who share their experiences participating in TimeBanking.
Come discover TimeBanking for you. Help create a neighbourhood network by bringing TimeBanking to your community. Find a meeting place and we will come to inform and educate on the why and how of TimeBanking.
There are often questions around whether or not TimeCredits are money (many TimeBanks use the term TimeDollars, LMTB and smoe other TimeBanks use the term TimeCredits, they are the same thing).
In my understanding and opinion it’s best to keep away from monetary words and concepts as much as possible. The short answer is NO TimeCredits are not money, but they allow you to do many of the same things money does.
To me TimeBanking is about helping your neighbour because you can, and you also know that someone will be there to help you when you need it. Kind of like Continue reading ‘Is it money or what?’ »
feel connected in my community and make a positive difference,
have people in my life I could count on to ask for a helping hand
share my time and talents with people genuinely wanting my help.
TimeBanking is not designed to replace currency or bartering exchanges but to enhance the connection, understanding and appreciation for people in your community and all the ways we can help each other. Get to know your neighbours and help each other out. It begins by helping the TimeBank grow… Continue reading ‘Get Involved and Help Grow the TimeBank’ »
Well the Lower Mainland TimeBank website is done (more or less) and the word spreading begins, feel free to help out. An email to your contact list would be great (here’s a sample).
Every group requires leadership which includes people like you offering time, talent and a terrific attitude. In order for you and your community to experience the best of TimeBanking each community needs their local leaders.