Finding Light in Darkness: An Esperanto Heart's Response to Hidden Love and Public Violence

# Finding Light in Darkness: An Esperanto Heart's Response to Hidden Love and Public Violence

*"We live in a world where we hide to make love, while violence is practiced in broad daylight." - John Lennon*

This profound observation cuts to the heart of our cultural contradictions. As someone walking the path of spiritual awakening—much like Russell Brand's journey from self-centeredness to surrender—we must ask ourselves: how do we respond to this upside-down world with both wisdom and hope?

## The Esperanto Perspective: Building Bridges, Not Walls

Dr. Zamenhof created Esperanto with the vision of **"internacia lingvo"** (international language) that could help humanity communicate across divisions. His dream was simple yet revolutionary: if people could understand each other, perhaps they could love each other instead of destroying each other.

Lennon's observation reveals the same tragedy that motivated Zamenhof—a world where our most sacred acts are driven into shadows while our most destructive impulses parade in the light. But the Esperanto heart responds with **"espero"** (hope), not despair.

## Lessons from the Brand-Kirk Dialogue

When Russell Brand spoke about surrendering his "messianic infatuation with myself," he touched on something profound. The culture that celebrates violence while shaming intimacy is the same culture that tells us our personal desires are God—**"faru kion vi volas"** (do what you will) as the law.

But true **"kapitulaci"** (surrender) offers a different path. Instead of hiding love while celebrating destruction, what if we chose to practice **"amo"** (love) openly while refusing to participate in the violence that dominates our screens and streets?

## Practical Esperanto Wisdom for Daily Life

### 1. **"Konnekto"** (Connection) Over Division

Every day, we can choose to build connections rather than walls. When we see violence glorified, we can respond by creating spaces for genuine **"interkompreno"** (mutual understanding).

### 2. **"Boneco"** (Goodness) in Small Acts

John Lennon's observation doesn't require us to solve the world's problems overnight. Sometimes **"boneco"** means simply writing someone's name on a mirror with lipstick—**"vi estas ĉiam en mia pensaro"** (you are always on my mind)—as Ella did.

### 3. **"Kuraĝo"** (Courage) to Love Openly

The Esperanto heart doesn't hide love in shame. We practice **"kuraĝo"** by celebrating healthy relationships, supporting families, and refusing to be embarrassed by tenderness in a world that mistakes cruelty for strength.

## The Charlie Kirk Challenge: How Can We Be Better?

Kirk's emphasis on cultural renewal connects with Lennon's observation. If we're serious about changing this dynamic, we must ask: what are we personally doing to make love less hidden and violence less celebrated?

Some **"praktikaj paŝoj"** (practical steps):

- **"Eduki"** (Educate) - Share beauty instead of destruction on social media

- **"Krei"** (Create) - Support art that celebrates human connection

- **"Protekti"** (Protect) - Shield children from unnecessary exposure to violence

- **"Inspiri"** (Inspire) - Model healthy relationships in our communities

## A Message of Hope: **"Lumo"** (Light) Conquers Darkness

The world Lennon described doesn't have to be permanent. Every time we choose **"amo super timo"** (love over fear), we shift the balance. Every act of genuine connection—whether it's baptizing someone across denominational lines, creating art for charity, or simply learning a new language to understand others better—is an act of rebellion against the darkness.

As Brand discovered in his spiritual journey, true transformation comes not from fighting the darkness but from **"lumi"** (shining light). When we stop hiding our capacity for love and stop celebrating our capacity for destruction, we begin to heal the world Lennon mourned.

## The Carpenter and Stillborns Invitation

This is why we've reached out to both Russell Brand and Charlie Kirk about collaborative projects. Not because we agree on everything, but because we recognize that both men, in their own ways, refuse to accept the status quo Lennon identified.

**"Kune ni estas pli fortaj"** (Together we are stronger). Whether through art projects that raise millions for charity, educational initiatives that bridge cultural divides, or simply conversations that model respectful disagreement, we can create the world where love is celebrated and violence is relegated to the shadows where it belongs.

## Your Response: One Word in Esperanto

As we asked both Brand and Kirk, let us ask you, dear reader: What one word in Esperanto captures your commitment to being part of the solution? Perhaps:

- **"Paco"** (Peace)

- **"Unueco"** (Unity)

- **"Transformo"** (Transformation)

- **"Servo"** (Service)

Whatever word you choose, let it guide your actions. Let it be your **"gvidstelo"** (guiding star) in a world that too often mistakes shadows for light.

The Esperanto heart knows that understanding leads to love, and love, practiced openly and courageously, can transform any darkness into light.

*Koran saluton* (Heartfelt greetings),

The Carpenter & Stillborns Community