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Interdependence: Connection implies a close relationship with the environment and the external elements of the system. This can include interactions, exchanges of information and mutual dependence between parts of the system and its environment.Communication: Connection is expressed by the system's ability to communicate and exchange data, signals or resources with other parts of the system or external entities.Collaboration: A social dimension may be present, where the different parts of the system work together to achieve common goals, thus promoting the growth and development of the system as a whole.
Independence: Autonomy refers to the ability of an entity or part of the system to operate independently. This implies a degree of self-management, where a component can make decisions and act without excessive dependence on other parts of the system.Adaptability: Autonomy can also be associated with the system's ability to adapt. An autonomous entity can adjust its behaviours and processes in response to changes in the environment, thereby promoting the survival and growth of the system under varying conditions.Self-regulation: Autonomy can include internal control and regulation mechanisms. The autonomous parts of the system can adjust their activities to maintain an internal equilibrium, thus contributing to the overall stability of the system.
In the context of considering connection and autonomy as two polarities of the same principle in a living system, we could define each of these components as follows:
1. Connection
2. Autonomy
In a living system, the balance between connection and autonomy is crucial. Excessive connection can lead to unhealthy dependency, while excessive autonomy can lead to isolation.
A dynamic balance between these two components promotes the natural growth, resilience and sustainability of the system.
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