Reflecting on the Past, Planning for the Future: A Coloring Meditation

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As you color the graphic below, let your mind recall stories you’ve heard about the march toward justice in your community. What insights can you gather about the qualities, attitudes, and skills of people who worked to improve their lives and the lives of others? What insights have you gained from conversations with your elders, parents, or peers? What experiences from your own life shed light on how you can make a difference while honoring your own need for balance? How do you find support that sustains your emotional and physical well-being?

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