Opening Breath and Affirmation:
Take a few deep breaths and say, I will be Nonviolent by leaving “common” behind. I will reject commonality by respecting the opinions of others.
Quote of the Day:
“Conflict within a human relationship system is as natural as ‘bad’ weather. How we respond to conflict is a choice.” -Nadezda Shapkina
Today in Social Movement History:
On January 16, 2006, Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf is sworn in as Liberia's new president. She becomes Africa's first female elected head of state.
Activity of the Day:
Many people make the conscious choice to practice nonviolence in their daily lives. They share why here on video. If you have the time and the tools, make your own! Film yourself making a short statement explaining why you choose nonviolence rather than violence and upload it to The King Center's Facebook page, and use the hashtag #choosenonviolence there and on Twitter. We will find it and choose 50 of the best videos to share with the world!