Attempts to make public displays of preferences are met with reminders that as sovereign beings such need for approval, i.e. asking for permission or gaining personal power through the need for ouside approval is unnecessary. Respect is given to all, and dignity in action and behavior is expected of all. Problem-solving is handled in a like manner. Small and routine matters are decided by council members. Community input is obtained through electronic network and is sought in large issues.
Mediation is a process often used to resolve interpersonal problems.
All society members have had training in mediation skills. In unusual circumstances, a special council of elder members from sister communities may be invited to meet to address difficult matters. As previously described, all adults have responsible roles in child-rearing. Adult offenders are removed to large working camps in nature where medical evaluations are provided, and contact with the healing forces of nature, care of animals, and the performance of routine duties provide the best means of healing mental, emotional and spiritual diseases. Women deal with reproductive matters privately, being trained in the use of herbs, and learning from and consulting one another.