Are You “Trying” or “Allowing”?

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

Sunday,
March 5th

We are thrilled to have Suzanne Rouge back with us this week!  Suzanne has recently moved to Crestone, CO to explore her latest chapter in the grand adventure of living life to the fullest! Suzanne 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.”

“The truth is, no matter what your lifestyle or occupation, nothing can really stop you when you’re allowing yourself to be exactly who you want to be.”~ Hayley Williams
“I’m not trying to keep up or adapt. I’m allowing myself to grow, evolve and create…” ~ LL Cool J

“Make sure you keep an inner state of flexibility, and are not tightly bound to your visions.” ~ Kelly Martin

Looking Ahead/Notes of Interest

March 19thRoger Funke will lead a discussion on focusing our strengths, based on Tom Rath’s book, StrengthsFinder.
From Roger: “Do you have the opportunity to do what you do best every day?  All too often, our natural talents go untapped.  We devote more time to fixing our shortcomings than to developing our strengths.”  Roger will share the benefits of understanding and focusing on our strengths!

There is an online assessment available for those wishing to explore on their own before Roger’s presentation.  The cost is $15, and includes a download of the ebook, StrengthsFinder 2.0.
https://www.gallupstrengthscenter.com/Purchase/en-US/Product

We encourage others to share their experiences/passions and lead a discussion some Sunday.  Just let us know!

‘Gratitudes’

“Be mindful. Be grateful. Be positive. Be true. Be kind.” ~ Roy T. Bennett

What are you grateful for today?

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.

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!

“Be a lamp, or a lifeboat, or a ladder. Help someone’s soul heal. Walk out of your house like a shepherd.” ― Rumi

Please note, we are a “remove your shoes upon entering” household (what better way to bare our “souls”…!).  Feel free to bring slippers or thick socks for your comfort (and we always have extras!)