“By the time a partnership dissolves, it has dissolved.” ~ John Updike Authors Thill and Bovée, advise managers to use proaction as means to resolve conflict in the workplace (2009, pg. 47). We may be able to avoid conflict by staying in the moment and being aware of others’ reactions. Let us get ahead of […]
Category: Peace and Nonviolence
You are a Role Model
I know some athletes and other superstars resist the idea that they are role models, but the truth is we all are. It’s up to us to mentor our youth in the practice of peace and nonviolence. Being an example to others is a responsibility that comes with the privilege of getting older, and with […]
It’s Never Too Late
It’s never too late to say you’re sorry or to say thank you. I have received both apologies and thank you notes well past what would be considered socially acceptable, and I was still touched by the expression. In fact, it made an even greater impact because I imagine the sender was not just […]
Go on a Cruise
One way to have the courage to make the first move and do what is right is to adopt what I call a “cruise mentality.” One of the reasons I love to take cruise vacations is the sense of freedom I have knowing I’ll never see my fellow passengers again. It enables me be authentic […]
Make the First Move
For peace and nonviolence to be present, someone must make the first move in their direction. Too often we hold back, waiting for confirmation of what we already know. Peace in our world begins with us, right where we are, right now.
Power vs. Force
Thanks to author David R. Hawkins, I’m much more aware of the difference between power and force. Many people would say this image represents power, but it doesn’t. It portrays force, and sadly we see it glorified on television and in the movies every day. Power is about strength, capacity, influence and authority. The more […]
Acknowledging Domestic Violence
This week I learned that one out of every four women is or has been a victim of domestic violence. That means it is highly likely that you know one of them, although you probably don’t realize it. We can’t solve a problem we don’t understand, so I invite you to begin with a tour […]
Be an Encourager
Encourage – to give somebody hope, confidence or courage. One way to promote peace and nonviolence is to encourage others, rather than judge them. A kind word of encouragement from you may be all it takes for someone to remember who they really are. My favorite encourager is Liz Curtis Higgs. Ladies, don’t ever miss […]
Baby Boomers, Lead the Way
Fellow Baby Boomers, it was our generation that embraced the message of peace and nonviolence taught by Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Gandhi, and others so many years ago. We urged our parents’ generation (referred to today as Traditionalists) to do the same. I became aware this week that we need to continue to […]
Where Peace Begins
“As within, so without,” we’re told. For us to live in peace and nonviolence, we must first practice holding peaceful and nonviolent thoughts. This includes towards ourselves and loved ones, those we know, those we don’t know, and most of all, those who are violent and destructive. This last group needs our peace-filled consciousness the […]