If we are nonviolent through and through, our nonviolence would have been self-evident.
This quote emphasizes the importance of authenticity and consistency in our actions. If we are truly nonviolent, not just in our actions but also in our thoughts and intentions, then this quality would be self-evident. It wouldn’t need to be announced or proven because it would permeate everything we do.
Nonviolence here isn’t just about physical violence; it’s about mental and emotional violence too. It’s about how we treat others and ourselves, how we deal with conflict, anger, disagreement. If we’re nonviolent ‘through and through,’ this means that even when provoked or pushed to our limits, our reaction will still be one of peace rather than aggression.
In today’s world where there is a lot of divisiveness and conflict on various levels – from personal relationships to global politics – this idea could serve as a guiding principle for how to navigate these situations. In every interaction or decision-making process, if individuals were guided by principles of nonviolence (which includes respect for others’ perspectives), the outcome could potentially be more harmonious.
On a personal development level, adopting an attitude of nonviolence can lead to inner peace. This doesn’t mean suppressing emotions like anger or frustration; rather it involves acknowledging them but choosing not to act on them destructively.
being ‘nonviolent through and through’ is about maintaining integrity between your values (nonviolence) and your actions (how you respond). This requires constant self-awareness and practice but can lead to more peaceful interactions both within oneself and with the outside world.
