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ACKNOWLEDGMENT

The thought for today is ACKNOWLEDGMENT. Acknowledgement helps us see the oneness of all life, that we are part of a greater purpose, and by doing so, elevate our awareness of nonviolence. When I acknowledge someone, how could I possibly … Continue reading

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The gift of apologizing and making amends: Expecting nothing in return – Part 5 of 6

(Continued from Making amends:  The other side of forgiveness – Part 4 of 6) Giving your apology is a gift that you’re offering without expecting anything in return.  However, you do need to be sensitive to what the other is … Continue reading

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Making amends: The other side of forgiveness – Part 4 of 6

(Continued from Forgiving and letting God take care of everything – Part 3 of 6) If you’re still hurting and unable to transcend the pain, honor where you are. Give yourself as much time and space to heal and to forgive. Sometimes the … Continue reading

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Am I not supposed to forgive seventy seven times and doesn’t forgiveness mean reconciliation? – Part 2 of 6

(Continued from Forgiveness and what blocks our ability to forgive – Part 1 of 6) One of the biggest fallacies of forgiveness is the idea that forgiving means reconnecting with the other person. It is one of the barriers that block … Continue reading

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Forgiveness and what blocks our ability to forgive – Part 1 of 6

The thought for today is FORGIVENESS. This topic in the Nonviolence Daily Reflections is a huge one so this article will be a series of posts.   Forgiveness is complex.  It’s challenging, and it’s not an easy or quick process. … Continue reading

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LISTENING

   When you are having a conversation with someone, how much listening do you really do?  How much of the time do you spend thinking about what to say next?  Are you preoccupied doing something else as they’re talking while … Continue reading

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GENEROSITY

The thought for today is GENEROSITY. Mother Teresa said, “There is a hidden poverty more pervasive than lack of money. It is the poverty of the heart.” Look at ways you can contribute to your family, friends and community through … Continue reading

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RESPECT

The thought for today is RESPECT. Gandhi taught “Language is an exact reflection of the character and growth of its speakers.” Respecting yourself and others means making a choice not to use profanity or ‘put downs’. Let our language be … Continue reading

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FRIENDLINESS

The thought for today is FRIENDLINESS. To humorist Will Rogers, strangers were simply friends he hadn’t met. View those you encounter today in that light. Every time I am friendly toward another, I help break down the wall of separation … Continue reading

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HARMONY

The thought for today is HARMONY. Choosing NOT to engage in any form of gossip today contributes to harmony. Choosing to see the good in others rather than finding fault leads to peaceful relationships. Look for the good in yourself … Continue reading

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