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Surviving Collapse

Lillian Skinner
5 min readJan 14, 2025
Small Town Survival

Societal collapse looms despite many pretending otherwise. For those willing to face reality, the concept of building resilient communities is a focus. The way a community organizes itself can significantly impact its survival and prosperity. Two approaches emerge starkly: one rooted in holistic intelligence, where the mind and body integrate to recognize patterns and adapt fluidly, and another entrenched in fragmented intelligence, where specialization and disconnection dominate. Let’s explore why building a town guided by holistic intelligence is not only easier but also inherently more sustainable.

The Nature of Holistic Intelligence

Holistic intelligence refers to a mode of cognition where individuals intuitively perceive patterns, adapt to challenges, and work collectively without rigid hierarchies. It integrates creative, somatic, and cognitive intelligence, allowing for seamless problem-solving and collaboration. People with holistic intelligence operate as natural systems thinkers, recognizing the interconnectedness of all aspects of life. This intelligence fosters empathy, creativity, and adaptability, qualities essential for thriving in a dynamic environment.

The Burdens of Fragmented Intelligence

Fragmented intelligence, in contrast, arises from a reductionist mindset. It…

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Lillian Skinner
Lillian Skinner

Written by Lillian Skinner

Creative Intelligence Researcher, Savant, Prodigy, 2e, & Somatic Intelligence Expert, Philosopher, Futurist, System Thinker, Equality Advocate, www.GiftedND.com

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