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Paradigm Shift: Nonviolence on the Rise

This age we’re living in—or through—seems to be one of intensifying polarization, with incivility and violence advancing. According to a recent on-point article, the uptick in “depression” in the US is really about demoralization: the values and systems we have taken for granted are collapsing, and people see precious little to take their place. Hence the importance of the worldwide growth in nonviolence.

This past weekend I participated in Stanford’s “Ways to Justice” conference, where Maria J. Stephan, an old friend and co-author of Why Civil Resistance Works, reinforced that despite appearances (exaggerated by media), nonviolence has become a more common mode of resistance than violence.

The paradigm shift will be underway when that quantitative increase is matched by an increase in depth and sophistication.

On that note: Please join our free, hope-filled conference calls on nonviolence education and building community, featuring special guest Robin Wildman.

Warmly,
Michael Nagler, Founder & President



 

Activist's Tao Te Ching


New on Peace Paradigm Radio: William Martin discusses his book The Activist’s Tao Te Ching: Ancient Advice for a Modern Revolution. On the show, we learn more about Taoist philosophy and Martin’s contributions to deep activism and long-term social change.

Hear or download the latest episode.
 

Teleclass Series


How do we create movements that can transcend stuck systems? Dive into this challenge with the new teleclass series Working for Transformation without Recreating the Past, a collaboration of Metta Center, Bay Area Nonviolent Communication, and several other organizations and educators. There's a free preview of this teleclass on June 3.  

Considerations & Contemplations


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How can educators who implement restorative practices prepare for holding difficult conversations about poverty? Joseph Gardella offers some pointers. Read his post

The Trump Question: Are You Listening?

Rather than rallying against Trump the man, Soneile Hymn suggests connecting with his supporters—perhaps the only thing that will do any good. Read her post

Resourcing Activism

Annabelle Berrios sees the plus side of distraction: it's an opportunity to slow down for what matters—an important way of re-sourcing activism. Read her post

Rediscovering Nonviolence in the Vatican

Is the Catholic Church ready to abandon its "just war" theory? Michael Nagler writes about this very question in light of a recent Vatican conference. Read his post
 


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Metta Center for Nonviolence is a 501(c)3 educational organization that aims to help people use nonviolence safely and effectively. We advance a positive view of humankind while empowering people to explore the question: How does nonviolence work, and how can I contribute to a happier, more peaceful society? Learn more.
 
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