by Susan | Feb 1, 2019 | Season for Nonviolence
3. Appreciation Louise Hay says, “Praise yourself as much as you can….the love in our lives begins with us. . . loving yourself will help heal this planet.” Write down 10 things that you appreciate about yourself. Read aloud what you have...
by Susan | Jan 31, 2019 | Season for Nonviolence, Season for Nonviolence 2
2. Smiling Buddhist teacher Thich Nhat Hanh said, “If in our daily life, we can smile….not only we, but everyone will profit from it. This is the most basic kind of peace work.” Today, share a smile with at least three people, knowing that your smile contributes...
by Susan | Feb 27, 2016 | Season for Nonviolence
29. Forgiveness When we forgive, we do not condone hurtful behavior. When we realize that there is something within us that is more important than this wounding experience, we are free to let go of the past and move on with our lives. Today, write a letter to forgive...
by Susan | Feb 27, 2016 | Season for Nonviolence
28. Listening Today, stop what you are doing and take five minutes to listen to the feelings behind someone’s words to you. Be fully present for the conversation and be interested in what the person is...
by Susan | Feb 26, 2016 | Season for Nonviolence
27. Generosity Mother Teresa said, “There is a hidden poverty more pervasive than lack of money. It is the poverty of the heart.” Find three ways to generously give of your time, attention and resources to...
by Susan | Feb 25, 2016 | Season for Nonviolence
26. Respect Gandhi taught, “Language is an exact reflection of the character and growth of its speakers.” Today, respect yourself and others by choosing not to use any profanity or “put...
