The word EcoDomain was coined by combining the prefix Eco from Ecology with the word Domain. The definition of an EcoDomain is a field of action, thought and influence. It is a realm of personal knowledge and experience for which we have ultimate ownership, control and responsibility. There are four EcoDomain that comprise the model: Personal, Work/Professional, Organizational and Community. Each EcoDomain has its own ecology. The elements of each EcoDomain's ecology, or landscape, are unique and similar. For example two landscape features that are consistent in each EcoDomain are purpose and values. The reason why purpose and values are consistent features in each EcoDomain is to emphasize their significance in achieving resonance and alignment within and between each EcoDomain.

In all ecological systems each feature or element has its own independent significance and purpose. However, as in all ecological systems individual significance is only one aspect of a web of interdependent relationships that benefit from each other’s individuality and strengths. The strength of each element increases the strength of the system. Elements that are vulnerable can create weakness in the system. This same concept applies to the EcoDomain Model, were as each EcoDomain has its own significance, they are interdependent. Therefore the strengths and vulnerabilities in one may either have beneficial or negative consequences on the others. As individuals and organizations explore, discover, understand and deepen their knowledge of their strengths and vulnerabilities in the EcoDomain Model they experience increasing degrees of alignment and attunement. As the process unfolds individuals and organizations realize clarity of purpose and what actions they can initiate to reduce stress, increase resiliency and build emotional intelligence. Peak performance results as alignment and attunement of the EcoDomains grow.

Read more about the EcoDomains: Personal, Professional, Community, Organizational