People have taken to the internet and the streets to voice their frustrations. The most vulnerable in our communities are under attack, and we are all doing our best to figure out how to navigate this “post-truth” political climate.

“It’s easier to act our way into a new way of thinking than it is to think our way into a new way of acting,” as an old saying goes. We need action.

Protest is part of Phase 1 of the nonviolence escalation curve, but the world is telling us that now is the time to move to Phase 2: Satyagraha (aka direct action). What action can you take to obstruct the injustice and violence that has worked its way to center stage? Let's do this.

Practicing nonviolence within ourselves transforms us. Taking nonviolent action in our communities transforms the world. We can do this.

Conflict is natural and healthy. Violence is avoidable. In this 5-minute Parent Power podcast, Stephanie Van Hook presents a practical approach to understanding conflict as a necessary part of developing our most humane qualities. She also touches upon the art of engaging conflict without resorting to violence. Listen now.