My object is only to show that he who would go in for
novel experiments must begin with himself. That leads to a quicker
discovery of truth, and God always protects the honest experimenter. -Gandhi
The basic 30-day Gandhi challenge asks people to give up alcohol for 30 days, ending with a 24-hour fast. Change starts with ourselves, and additional self-improvement offerings are part of this program as well, reinforced by
regular blog posts on Gandhi's life and lessons. January's five categories are: voluntary temperance, fasting, an ethical diet, walking, and breaking a beverage habit.
[Registration for January's cohort has closed, but you can be notified for the next challenge, which runs from February 15-March 15, by entering your information below.]
This project serves within a framework of a larger constructive program - a positive program of self-improvement for individuals and communities - to address social, cultural, electoral and legislative issues in America. Part of the purpose of this challenge is to become uncomfortable voluntarily, and open ourselves to stepping outside of our political comfort zone. For
members of the American Union, completion of these 30 days can qualify them to take on other roles.
This is a community building project, and we'll meet together on Zoom 2-5 times for January's challenge. The regular sessions are the 1st and the
15th of each month at 7pm ET. I'll talk more about about
the principles of nonviolence that the American Union is built on,
and we'll reflect on our expectations and experiments as a group. For
those interested in the political side of the project, Zoom sessions (also at 7) on
the 8th, 22rd, and 30th will offer more details on how
all of these pieces connect within the American Union and the Phoenix Congress, and contain an opportunity for shared reflections.
Be the change you want to see in the world!
