Reflection is a tool that can help you become more self-aware and apprised of issues that impact our community. For the week of January 18 – 22, there are multiple ways that you can reflect on the impact of Dr. King’s legacy and how you plan to invest in your communities by emulating Dr. King’s approach to service, activism and justice.

If you prefer to reflect privately, you can engage in the following ways:

Write an entry in your journal. Write a poem. Take a silent walk in nature. Draw a picture or paint. Play or create music. Meditate.

If you prefer to reflect with others, you can have intentional conversations:

In pairs (with someone in your pod or on Zoom). In small group discussions (with peers or colleagues in your pod or on Zoom). On your social media account. You can share your thoughts about one of the reflection prompts below and ask others to contribute as well.

Below are some areas upon which you can reflect individually or with others:

As the week begins, write about or discuss what you hope to learn. As the week progresses or concludes, think about what you want to do with this knowledge. How do you plan to invest in your communities to promote equity and justice? Why is it important to do so? Create a realistic action plan. Write about or discuss a critical