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Nonviolence Daily: A 4-Week Challenge & Book Discussion Group on Gandhian Nonviolence


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Nonviolence Daily: A 4-Week Challenge & Book Discussion Group on Gandhian Nonviolence

4-Week Online Book Group with Rivera Sun
Thursdays, January 9, 16, 23, 30, 2025
2-3pm PT // 3-4pm MT // 4-5pm CT // 5-6pm ET
$60, scholarships available.

Using Nonviolence Daily: 365 Days of Inspiration From Gandhi, we will spend a month reading short quotes from Mohandas K. Gandhi, along with the thought-provoking commentaries from authors Stephanie Van Hook and Michael Nagler of the Metta Center For Nonviolence. During our 4 weekly virtual sessions, we will discuss that week’s quotes, reflect on their deep meanings, and explore how these ideas about nonviolence fit into our modern lives. 

Join this discussion group if:

  • You want to deepen your nonviolence practice

  • You’re curious about Gandhi’s approach to nonviolence

  • You don’t have a lot of reading time

  • You’re hungry for deep and meaningful conversations

Join us for an enriching experience as we kick off the new year! This is a unique opportunity to challenge yourself to practice and embody nonviolence each day. Expect to engage in profound conversations while anchoring yourself in a principles. Participants will gain valuable insights into personal practices of nonviolence, enhance their communication skills, and develop a deeper understanding of Gandhi’s teachings.

Throughout this month-long book discussion, we will incorporate journaling prompts, exercises, and “experiments in truth” to deepen our exploration. We are committed to creating an inclusive and warm space where everyone feels safe to share and navigate their thoughts and perspectives. To enrich our discussions, authors Stephanie Van Hook and Michael Nagler will join us as special guests on January 30, 2025.

Gandhi's teachings can be interpreted and applied in diverse contexts, and we will highlight these perspectives to enhance engagement and relevance for participants from various backgrounds.

Get Nonviolence Daily: 365 Days of Inspiration From Gandhi: 

Rivera Sun, our facilitator, brings a wealth of knowledge and experience in nonviolence education, which will enrich our discussions.

We are excited to explore the possibility of hosting additional month-long discussions on this book based on the feedback and interest we receive from participants in this challenge. If the current dates/times don’t work for you, please let us know your preferences so we can plan future sessions that accommodate more people: miliroson@paceebene.org.

Scholarships

No one is ever turned away from our courses. If you need a scholarship, simply email info@paceebene.org. We will ask if you would like to make a sliding scale donation or if you would like a full scholarship. Any answer is fine. No explanation needed. That's it! Please take us up on this offer if it is helpful for you.