The Parallel Economy

Introduction

Welcome to the captivating world of the Parallel Economy. In this summary, we follow the footsteps of a growing economic phenomenon with like-minded freedom advocates leading the way. Prepare to be intrigued and enlightened as we navigate through the realms of an alternative monetary system that operates alongside the mainstream. Let’s embark on this journey of discovery into the Parallel Economy of networking local business owners with customers looking to help improve their community.

Defining the Parallel Economy

Building a Parallel Economy of local businesses and freedom advocates is a strategy aimed at creating an alternative economic system that operates alongside the mainstream economy. In a world of global trade networks, international bankers, and corporate conglomerates, we need to get back to supporting local farms, banks, and businesses. While we are ramping up our Parallel Economy together, we can reduce our dependence on globalism. The focus is on regional relevance, highlighting the importance of fostering local economic resilience while promoting values of freedom and independence.

Those of us who share the same values need to support each other’s businesses and vocations. When we do this, we not only grow our own local economies, but we reduce the funding of those who wish to restrict our freedoms.

The Freedom Grid is a simple model for local sustainability. It is an alliance of people who believe in the same principles of freedom for individuals to practice their beliefs, and it is a movement away from globalization controlled by a powerful minority.

Exploring the Power of Parallel Networks

A Parallel Economy expands power to the average person by joining others who hold shared beliefs. As our rights and freedoms are slowly eroded through the ever-increasing power of international bankers, mega fund managers, and NGO’s with their infectious spread into governmental policies, we should realize that we can prevent further economic epidemics. We can accomplish this by joining a common cause of building a strong local economy supported by like-minded members.

It is difficult to fight directly against these massive entities while reducing unhealthy growth rates of governments. Consider an indirect approach where we live in two worlds. One is where we continue for a little longer to live in “their” economy that we have no control over. The other is where we build up “our” economy in parallel by working together towards a simple goal.

We will not agree on methods to influence politics, the monetary system, or other ways to change the massive economic beast into something tamer. We can agree on a common enemy and realize that the ability to weaken their systems of control is accomplished by simply following age-old practices.

There have been many times in history that regular people of differing backgrounds have united against a common enemy. In our case, we do not need a revolution of politics or wars. The primary focus of the Freedom Grid is to revolutionize our local economies.

Building a Parallel Economy

Individual members of the Freedom Grid agree to purchase products and services from local businesses who are also members with the same beliefs. We follow a model of organic growth and word of mouth recommendations. Freedom Grid members vet each business while they help promote fellow freedom lovers to other members. This proven method allows healthy growth while each member builds relationships with other people that share common goals.

Freedom Grid businesses support the membership with non-globalist products and services while the individual members support these companies. It is that simple. Keeping resources and monetary flow at the local level detracts from feeding the beast of globalism. This beast will become weaker as we take away its ability to grow since its source is the money that we provide. Its power center comes from us.

Local businesses include credit unions, organic farmers, and manufacturers who want to grow in their local economy. Businesses also include service providers such as contractors, mechanics, and professionals providing investment, health, and legal services.

It is difficult to find manufacturers who are not part of the global supply chain, so we need to help them with investments and commitments to purchase regionally sourced materials. This will take time and a lot of work. So, we need to work in “Parallel” as we build towards these common goals.

Understanding the Importance of the Parallel Economy

Where does wealth ultimately come from? We could say God or nature, but we will disagree on the source. However, we can agree that wealth we can experience comes from the earth and the people who transform resources into usable products. Farming, mining, and manufacturing are basic building blocks that create true wealth. People invest their talents and energy to convert resources into food and products that are valuable to our life. This is the basis for wealth creation.

Imaginary wealth is created today by the current monetary system, with its bankers and traders who broker the manipulation of markets by extracting from the exchanges to their favor. They build their vaults then use the extracted funds to acquire the resources that created real wealth in the first place. Basically, they are middle men who do not provide real or sustainable value but use the tools they created by legally stealing money to purchase resources all over the planet. They have been gobbling up the earth for centuries.

The importance of the Freedom Grid is to realize what true wealth is within a Parallel Economy and help stop the draining of resources into the current economic system. We need to build a dam to create a diversion from the flow of resources ending up in the “wrong hands.”

Benefits of a Parallel Economy

Benefits of joining the Freedom Grid include:

1. Economic Resilience: A Parallel Economy strengthens local businesses, reducing dependence on external factors and promoting regional self-sufficiency. We can’t depend on foreign imports any longer.

2. Community Empowerment: By supporting local businesses, a Parallel Economy empowers communities, fostering a sense of ownership and pride. Members of the Freedom Grid will know they are helping to build something special instead of purchasing from an unknown entity using child labor just to offer consumers “low prices.”

3. Diverse Marketplaces: A parallel economy encourages a diverse range of products and services, providing consumers with more choices and fostering healthy competition.

4. Preservation of Tradition: Supporting local businesses helps preserve traditions, heritage, and culture. This helps to ward off globalism.

Developing a Parallel Economy

Developing the Freedom Grid involves:

1. Collaboration: Local businesses and freedom advocates need to collaborate and strengthen networks to support each other’s initiatives. Word of mouth advertising is crucial, but testimonials from members will make growth more compelling.

2. Consumer Awareness: Educating consumers about the benefits of supporting local businesses and the Parallel Economy is necessary for its success.

3. Freedom Advocacy: Engaging with like-minded believers to create a healthy economy for local businesses and freedom advocates is essential. Every member needs to agree upon individual rights and join in the fight against globalist agendas that promote elitist ideals.

4. Digital Platforms: Utilizing digital platforms and technology can enhance the visibility and accessibility of local businesses within the Parallel Economy. Members can easily share this website and database to help spread the word to their extended networks.

Conclusion

Harnessing the Potential of a Parallel Economy

Join the movement of building the Freedom Grid, where local businesses and freedom advocates come together to create a thriving community. By actively taking part in this endeavor, we can create a resilient and sustainable economic system that empowers individuals and strengthens our communities. Together, we can challenge the status quo and foster an environment that values local entrepreneurship and consumer choice. Check out the resources on this website to learn how you can get involved and make a difference today. Let’s shape a future that prioritizes economic freedom and supports the growth of our local businesses.