That is, each community has a core which is not fixed but is recognisable. Each also has a periphery which is the source of its variety, vibrancy and ongoing viability. What's more, we may be core at some time and periphery at others in the same community. This is the flavour of the LO list that I like very much. It is one that I'll use in my work with groups and communities.
Intelligence is the underlying organisational principle of the universe.