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Children Quote by Yoko Ono

“Peace is here now. It's just that we don't recognize it. Let's say that 98 percent of people in the world are wanting peace. Now people say, even people from Siberia? Yes. We want world peace. The two percent is really tying to mess it up. It's so sad in a way, because by messing it up what are…” quote by Yoko Ono
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“Peace is here now. It's just that we don't recognize it. Let's say that 98 percent of people in the world are wanting peace. Now people say, even people from Siberia? Yes. We want world peace. The two percent is really tying to mess it up. It's so sad in a way, because by messing it up what are they going to get? Their children are going to suffer, their grandchildren are going to suffer, and they might even die before something gets good.”

Yoko Ono

About This Quote

Source Interview: 1995, “Peace and Humanity” interview

Peace exists inherently but is obscured by human conflict and denial.

In simple terms: Peace is present but unrecognized.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate awareness of inherent peace.

Themes

peace humanity conflict

Mood

hopeful concerned

Type

philosophical activist

When to use this quote

  • activism
  • meditation
  • conflict resolution
  • education
  • policy making

Key Concepts

philosophy social dynamics

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we recognize peace in daily life?
  • What actions can protect peace from sabotage?
A Different Perspective

Peace can be fragile and easily disrupted by selfish interests.

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