[Psi U MC Vito]

Originally Posted by DrPhil

Wellllllllllll, actually, I know what you mean but that can vary by organization-type. I joined an organization. My "love as an outsider" came before I knew the people.

Based on the rest of her post, I think she means in the beginning stages.

Originally Posted by ThetaPrincess24

I would keep this in mind:

People join people, not organizations. The love for an organization and things that help set the organization apart such as a crest, colors, badges, letters, ritual, mottos, purpose, philanthropy, etc. comes later.

I wish you luck in your endeavors.

This. To illustrate, Psi Upsilon was founded when 4 men happened to meet one day and get into a deep conversation. They enjoyed the experience so much they started to meet weekly to share companionship.