#changebrazil

It’s been an intense week, inner and outer movements shaking the core of Brazil, its society and citizens. A light of hope is shining bright and an urge for real transformation is pulsating in the majority of Brazilian’s hearts. The population is gathering on the streets to protest against the abusive government. More than a million people have taken part in the manifestation last night, a nonviolent protest in over 100 Brazilian cities. Unfortunately, not everyone knows the meaning of nonviolent protest.

What started as an isolated complaint over high transport fares, transformed into the most powerful popular expression the country has ever seen. One voice, marching peacefully, shouting “ENOUGH”. The message is clear; the population cannot accept being ignored by the political leaders anymore.  No, it’s not about mere 20 cents or the overrated World Cup.  The Brazilian voice is strong, the population is demanding a basic living condition, where education, healthcare, security, social equality, among others, are taken into account.  

In expressing our desire for a social and political revolution, we’re stating our inner agony. The hunger for justice and a better reality is manifesting strongly in each one of us, indolence was put aside and real action is replacing it. In a flash of light, a moment of lucidity emerged. Yes, there is hope. Brazil is a beautiful country, full of potential, biodiversity and strength. Our strength, as the people who form this country, must be reclaimed. We must be aware of our power for real transformation and use it to benefit the whole population, including all minorities, natural resources and all forms of life.  

Just as vital as going to the streets to demonstrate we have a voice to be heard, is the need to observe how each one of us contribute to the devastating system rooted in our country. At this point, just an inner revolution will be able to sustain the long-term transformation the society is claiming for. I strongly believe that, a great opportunity is rising for us, Brazilians. It’s time to put on the scale our values and attitudes towards life. We must rethink our choices and motivations carefully. After all, a society is the reflex of individuals. 

Honestly, I wish this to be the start of a national pacific revolution, perhaps, even a worldwide one. May this wish penetrate deep into our collective consciousness, transforming our daily choices and social reality. I wish for peaceful days. I wish every single child in this country could have the opportunity to go to school and be educated. I wish every single person in this country could have food on their plates, on a daily basis. I wish every single person in this country could have access to a decent healthcare system. I wish our political leaders could integrate the responsibility of leading a country with ethics, dignity and honor. I wish our political leaders could protect and consider their people. I wish the people could also honor and respect each other. I wish violence, corruption, impunity and injustice could be replace by peace, honesty and justice. I wish we could all build a new reality and a new world together.

Love ~ Peace ~Awareness

Bruna Kadletz