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The Founder's Philosophy
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If we were a traditional hospital, all the staff would be patients as well. Likewise, all the
patients would serve as staff. Accepting "that we are all somehow broken and need fixing, or at
least some fine tuning" we cultivate a sense of responsibility for the welfare of others. A
greater sense of self worth and emotional balance is the natural product and is seen in the
lives of those already in volunteer work in our affiliated greenhouses and food pantrys.
Guest volunteers may immediately feel more connected with, and less intimidated by, society
because of the harmony and resonance generated by the selfless gifts of time, energy, and
skills.
We encourage the free, open and clear communication of ideas and concepts that strengthen our
interactions and interdependence within the center. We teach life skills to apply when
returning to the "real world" and it's predominant, "me first" attitude, as well as being
prepared to help others realize their full human potential. When a guest volunteer leaves they
will better equipped to cope with the demands of modern day society regardless of the length of
their stay.
At the same time, TGLFF will be developing the historic 372 acre site at Lake Waldensia as a
center for the performing arts and school as a long term project. In the short term a
recreational center for hiking, biking, fishing and swimming in the many swimming holes along
historic Mammy's Creek is built along the old railroad bed. Our short term development plans
for providing parking and support for ORV and ATV trails in the TWRA lands bordering the
property. Working together daily, guest volunteers benefit from each other and become valuable
parts of something bigger than the sum of it's parts.
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