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 hope our paths cross soon!
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Sunday, May 7th
We are pleased to have Hana Zara as our music guest this Sunday, following her Friday night performance at our “Paths of Heart Presents…” Concert Series (more info on that below!).
We’ll be exploring forgiveness during our gathering. When we experience an injustice, it’s easy to allow anger, resentment, or revenge to fill our hearts. If we are experiencing upset or imbalance, the place to look is inside ourselves, not at the circumstance we perceive as causing the problem. Forgiveness brings freedom and allows peace within ourselves.
“Forgiveness is inherently powerful enough to extend itself wholly and completely to us even when we are the ones in need of forgiving ourselves.” ~ Craig D. Lounsbrough
“I choose ….to live by choice, not by chance:
to make changes, not excuses;
to be motivated, not manipulated;
to be useful, not used;
to excel, not compete.
I choose self-esteem, not self-pity.
I choose to listen to my inner voice, not the random opinion of others.”
~ Skarleth Hdz
“We can always choose love, forgiveness, and compassion over bitterness and anger.”~ Scarlett Lewis
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Looking Ahead/Notes of Interest
“Paths of Heart Presents…” House Concert with Hana Zara – Friday, May 5th, 7:30 pm Hailing from Lincoln, NE, Hana Zara is “without a doubt recognized as a lyrical visionary, a story spinster, an enduring stylish troubadour, with a passion-soaked devotion for her craft.” Listen to her spellbinding music at https://www.facebook.com/hanazaramusic
Emma Sloniker and Colleen Crosson will do a short opening set. Intermission will include an appetizer potluck, with a Cinco de Mayo theme! Please bring a dish or beverage to share if you can. RSVPs are encouraged for planning purposes, thanks! Suggested donation, $20 (pay what you are able).
StrengthFinder Follow-up: For those wanting to explore further (following Roger Funke’s presentation in March), there is an online assessment available to help you discover your strengths. The cost is $15, and includes a download of the book.
https://www.gallupstrengthscenter.com/Purchase/en-US/Product
Roger has offered to meet with us as a group on Monday, May 22nd at 7pm to discuss our assessments more in depth. Let us know if you’d like to attend!
New Website – We hope you’ll stop by for a visit! www.pathsofheart.org
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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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‘Gratitudes’
“Gratitude is the fairest blossom which springs from the soul.” ~ Henry Ward Beecher
What are you grateful for today?
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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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