Action Quote by Lanza del Vasto
“The most efficient action, the most significant testimony to nonviolence, is living a life in which there is no violence-showing that such a life is possible, and even not more difficult than a life of gain, nor more unpleasant than a life of pleasure, nor less natural than an 'ordinary' life.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Nonviolent Living, 1970s
Living nonviolently demonstrates that a peaceful life is feasible and not harder than pursuing wealth or pleasure.
In simple terms: Peaceful living is possible and not harder.
Choose nonviolence as a viable lifestyle.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- community activism
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you model nonviolence in daily interactions?
- What obstacles arise when choosing peace over profit?
Nonviolence may be socially challenging or misunderstood.