Commitment #1: Openness to Myself Even when I act in ways I really don’t like, I want to keep my heart open to myself. If I find myself in self-judgment, I want to seek support to reconnect with myself. It is not humanly possible to live all of the commitments 100% of the time. They can point… read more
Nonviolence For Daily Living
All-in: Fully Committing to a Life of Nonviolence
A METTA mini-series for daily living Conceived and birthed by Miki Kashtan, Ph.D. Gandhi spoke about applying nonviolence in thought, word, and action. I have found that applying nonviolence becomes progressively more difficult the closer it is to thought. Many more people can refrain from physically violent acts than from using the language of judgments,… read more
Iyad Burnat: “We’ll do it next Friday”
By Josie Setzler (our wonderful volunteer blogger) “We’ll do it next Friday!” Iyad Burnat tells our audience the words that he uses with his fellow demonstrators. Every Friday since 2005 Iyad’s Popular Committee has led demonstrations to protest the wall built through the middle of their village Bil’in by Israel. After 7 long years, he… read more
In response to the Newtown massacre: a spiritual practice
We have not used this blog heretofore to recommend a spiritual practice, but felt called upon to offer something to the many who have come to this site or otherwise contacted us. In the days to come, as we process our grief, there will inevitably be a current of fear that deters us perhaps from… read more
Competition is not violent, separation is.
Here’s what we mean: The practice of integrating nonviolence into the quotidien is centered in the vision of the unity of life. When we engage with the vision of a unity between ourselves and others we see our well-being in theirs and we see their well-being as we work for our own. This is what… read more
Nonviolent Peaceforce on the Island of Mindanao
This short PBS video explores the work of the Nonviolent Peaceforce in Mindanao. It is an interesting look into new institutions emerging with a mission of building a nonviolent culture. As you watch this video, listen to how security, strength and possibility are discussed. NP co-founder Mel Duncan suggests that these teams will not do… read more
Dream with Me
A friend of Metta’s from Scotland, William Hutchison, has offered this beautiful song, “Dream with Me,” to share with the Metta community. He reminds us “a dream we dream together can become reality.” Dream with Me (click link for song) Thanks, William, for this inspiration for nonviolent living! May we work toward the collective awakening you… read more
Give Love!
We really love this song by MC Yogi called “Give Love.” A positive song, with a positive message and for ears of all ages!! Check it out right here, and send love via the comment box to those who will come after you! Give love, The Metta Team PS: Check out some basics of nonviolence… read more
