This is the power of gathering: it inspires us, delightfully, to be more hopeful, more joyful, more thoughtful; in a word, more alive. ~ Alice Waters
Welcome to “Paths of Heart“- a high spirited, heart-centered community where we gather together in music, poetry, commentary, and dialogue to create and nurture joy, compassion, gratitude, and love – in our own lives and throughout the world. Paths of Heart is a 501(c)(3) Human Services/Educational non-profit organization that uses the arts, especially, to encourage and propel seekers of a better, more peaceful world to find ways to serve, while becoming more kind and compassionate human beings.
We welcome you as we collectively and individually explore the sweet mysteries of life – this is an invitation into co-creation! Our gatherings are most every Sunday at 10:30 a.m. at 117 Evans Drive in north Fort Collins. Childcare is available (please let us know ahead of time so we can make arrangements).
We look forward to being with you! Colleen Crosson and Mark Sloniker
Founders and Orchestrators, Paths of Heart
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Sunday,
February 26th
Last week we talked about kindness, and towards the end, touched on self-compassion, kindness to one’s self, or self care. It’s so important, and we thought it deserved its own discussion! What are some of your “self care” practices?
“Self-compassion is simply giving the same kindness to ourselves that we would give to others. ”
~ Christopher Germer
“It’s not selfish to love yourself, take care of yourself, and to make your happiness a priority. It’s necessary. ”
~ Mandy Hale
“You are beautiful. Know this. Anyone who tells you otherwise is simply lying. You are beautiful. ” ~ Steve Maraboli
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Looking Ahead/Notes of Interest
We encourage you to share your experiences/passions and lead a discussion some Sunday!
March 5th – Suzanne Rouge will share her thoughts on actualizing dreams ~ “Trying is the opposite of allowing. How do you recognize and clear your own resistance in order to Surrender to the moment and express your true purpose? Discover ways to connect with your own inner guidance and follow the next clue in the treasure hunt of life.”
March 19th – Roger Funke will talk on focusing our strengths.
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‘Gratitudes’
Wow! What fun it was to have Rabbi Jack Gabriel drop in with his guitar (and his friend, Karen!) and lead us in song. High vibrations! Thanks, Jack!
“Real life isn’t always going to be perfect or go our way, but the recurring acknowledgement of what is working in our lives can help us not only to survive but surmount our difficulties.”
~ Sarah Ban Breathnach
What are you grateful for today?
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Other Details….
If this has been forwarded to you by a friend and you would like to join us, we encourage you to add your name to our newsletter list, as schedules do occasionally change,and we like to keep you informed of topics and special events as well. If you know of other interested and kind-hearted souls, they may also contact us by email:info@pathsofheart.org or by phone:970-484-9600, to learn more about our organization.Thanks!
* CAR-EOGRAPHY * You may park in the driveway, as well as diagonally along the north side of our property. Should those areas become full, please park out on Hwy 1, which has plenty of space and a nice wide shoulder. Please watch for cars as you are exiting and entering your vehicle, though! The carport area is reserved for folks with special parking needs. Out of respect for our neighbors, we ask that you kindly refrain from parking on Evans Drive beyond our property line. Car pooling is encouraged.
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Yoga with Heart!
We do yoga here in our “community space” on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays. All levels are welcome to participate. Let us know if you’re interested in joining this heart centered practice!
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