An online encounter about “Non-violence in a violent world” discussed how inherently violent our current societies are. The way we take from nature, not just for our fulfilment of direct needs but to develop imaginary financial economies of greed. The way we compete out of self interest. The way taxes and rules are imposed. The way social differences are exploited. And much more. The session was conducted by journalist Jagdish Rattanani from India, author of the book about “Abundant Love”. Multiple references were made to the views of Mahatma Gandhi and the wisdom of Satish Kumar (peace pelgrim and co-founder of the Schumacher College).

As a person who stepped away from the financial ratrace and doctrines many years ago, developing our societies around core natural human values as shared responsibilities, the encounter was yet another confirmation of my own choices and path developed with sustainocracy.