10/08/2025
🏡 Coming Soon in Operants Magazine (Q3 2025):
“Walden Two Community Design” by Stephen F. Ledoux
Why do Walden Two–inspired communities struggle to grow — and what can they teach us about designing better cultures?
In this thought-provoking piece, Stephen Ledoux examines the history, challenges, and future of intentional communities like Twin Oaks and Dandelion. He explores how issues such as member turnover, expansion vs. consolidation, and visibility to the wider culture shape their survival — and proposes a guiding principle for success:
Communities must serve as thriving, visible examples of improved cultural practices that inspire the larger world.
📖 A must-read for anyone interested in behavioral science, sustainability, and the design of cooperative societies.
