Hosted at a rental home in Dillon Beach, CA, this weekend retreat was oriented around the theme “A Higher Image of the Human Being” as we worked with educators to bring nonviolence into the classroom both as content and as a personal cultivation tool. Each morning began with a beach walk and a ‘hope tank’ discussion and merged into group workshops on nonviolence core concepts, including four short talks by Michael Nagler. All meals were prepared and served as a team, followed by a book discussion on Friday night and a short film on the ‘Great Turning’ on Saturday night. There was also a short introduction of Passage Meditation on Saturday evening.
- Here is our short video series conducted at this retreat.
- Here is the audio to talk number three:
- [audio: talk 3 nonviolence.mp3]
- Here are our two hope tanks:
- [audio: hope tank 1.mp3]
- [audio: hope tank 2.mp3]
Educators, don’t forget: you can find use our latest study guide for lesson plans and activities.
You may also want to read Tim Flinders’ chapter in Eknath Easwaran’s Gandhi the Man for a succinct overview of ahimsa and Sataygraha.
We look forward to working with you throughout the school year.
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By: Metta Center
We provide educational resources on the safe and effective use of nonviolence, with the recognition that it’s not about putting the right person in power but awakening the right kind of power in people. We advance a higher image of humankind while empowering people to explore the question: How does nonviolence work, and how can I actively contribute to a happier, more peaceful society?
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