Inspired Practices

  • The members of my community are uplifting and generous.

    Spiritual Treasure Note Series 5 – #26  

    The members of my community are uplifting and generous.

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    We are grateful to the members of our community.

    We are grateful to provide safety and security and room for creative expression.

    We are grateful to support one another in our vision for community.

    We are generous in our encouragement.

    We demonstrate an uplifting standard of practical support.

    We are happy to create this atmosphere in our community.

    © 2024 Kathryn Hardage

    http://www.shareinspirationandpeace.com

  • Meditation Drawing 3.39 Normal 

    Meditation Drawing 3.39 – Normal

    Let our normal behavior be full of kindness.

    When we are in our right mind, we are naturally kind.

    When we are frustrated and exhausted and angry, our tempers are  short.

    With a generation of poor nutrition and family pressures, our bodies and our society are out of balance.

    As we pause and take a deep breath, we can begin the process of reinstating calm in our lives.

    It is natural to be calm.

    When we are calm, we can make good choices.

    We can notice where things are out of proportion and we can take steps to put them back.

    Our calm, clear thinking lets us evaluate where our food comes from.

    Historically, food came from local sources.

    Even during World War II, people grew their own food in Victory Gardens.

    There is plenty of of lawn space to grow food.

    Historically, people worked close to home.

    Adults and children came home for lunch.

    There are so many opportunities to work “remotely”, i.e., from home.

    It is interesting now that the term “remote”  refers to being away from the office.

    With fewer pressures on transportation to work, many people can enjoy a more relaxed pace of life.

    We have gradually moved away from spending time with our families to spending time away from them.

    We can move back to precious family time.

    We are most fulfilled by spending time with those we love.

    When we are not under so much pressure for school activities, we can spend more time together.

    Kind attention to each other lifts off pressure and frustration from neglect.

    It is normal for our time together to be nurturing and kind.

    ©  2024 Kathryn Hardage

    http://www.shareinspirationandpeace.com

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  • Comfort of discernment.

    Comfort #25 – Comfort of discernment.

    Beyond the five senses, there is a feeling of intuition.

    I love being able to move into a place of quiet, inner listening.

    I love being able to receive a message through discernment.

    It is a persistent, gentle feeling of presence.

    In it, I know what to do.

    Discerning where I need to be is a great comfort.

    Discerning when to take action comes with certainty.

    Receiving a message of deep spiritual meaning happens through discernment.

    It takes a persistent quiet to signal my commitment to listening.

    Then the Universe knows I am ready to receive the message it has for me.

    It is a subtle feeling, but becomes easier to recognize through practice.

    Our intuition and our discernment come from the same place.

    It is how the Infinite identifies us.

    When we identify ourselves in that way, we establish our connection to the Infinite.

    We discern our relationship to our Higher Power.

    We train ourselves to recognize divine Presence by persistent, commited listening within.

    The comfort of daily, consistent practice assures us that we are able to discern how our needs are being supplied.

    We see them manifested in practical, effective and timely ways.

    Living in the comfort of discernment inspires others to listen within.

    Discernment is a practical resource which is always available through listening within.

    © 2024 Kathryn Hardage

    http://www.shareinspirationandpeace.com

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  • These are our neighbors.

    Pebbles of Peace Pathways 3.37 –

    The Highest Motives (13/17)

    These are our neighbors.

    © 2024 Kathryn Hardage

    http://www.shareinspirationandpeace.com

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  • Intent

    Artist Trading Card Series – Word #25 Intent –
    and Mini-Meditation

    My intent is self-discovery.

    I am taking that privileged time.

    It is a priority.

    I am worth it.

    © 2024 Kathryn Hardage

    http://www.shareinspirationandpeace.com

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  • Events combine in my life to create something much bigger.

    Life-Path Story Mazes – #25 Events combine in my life to create something much bigger.

    My tiny steps take me nearer my goals.

    As I expand my skills in many directions, all my tiny steps converge into a bigger picture.

    I am overjoyed as I see how the many elements of my life touch others.

    The integrity and excellence behind every skill combine to create a community of uplifting projects.

    The goal of well-being for all allows me to consider unique solutions.

    Imagining what well-being for all feels like guides me to find ways to eliminate obstacles.

    Consciously embracing the worth of each of us draws those who desire to expand their skills.

    We all move in harmony within our community.

    We are all willing to do whatever creates well-being for all of us.

    We learn our new skills, we practice our old skills.

    We all share ways of living in an uplifting and inclusive and expansive way.

    Our attitude of inclusion eliminates fear.

    Our philosophy of the worth of each of us allows us all to contribute in ways most suited to us.

    We naturally intertwine our skills to create a beautiful tapestry of living.

    We notice what is left out and supply it.

    We all learn how to do multiple things which are necessary to sustain  a harmonious and productive community.

    We address relationships with honesty and uplifiing integrity, while seeking good solutions for all.

    We engage in good business practices through cooperation.

    We create healthy nutrition for our bodies.

    We express art for our souls.

    We move in a rhythm of sustainable joy.

    Our practical steps to live in harmony create a unique community experience, which is replicable according to the resources in other communities.

    The many events in my life touch others in a way which draws others who desire to live from inner  peace.

    © 2022 Kathryn Hardage 

    http://www.shareinspirationandpeace.com

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  • There is a spirit of cooperation in my community.

    Spiritual Treasure Note Series 5.25 –

    There is a spirit of cooperation in my community.

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    In my community, we are committed to cooperation.

    We know that our committed action across the board is effective.

    We are inclusive as we work together.

    We gain insight from each other’s views.

    We move toward the power of consensus.

    We find the most effective ways of maintaining our space and communication.

    © 2024 Kathryn Hardage

    http://www.shareinspirationanpeace.com

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  • Thoughtful

    Meditation Drawing 3.38 – Thoughtful 

    I am thoughtful about the action which I choose to take.

    In my innermost being, I know what I love to do.

    It has not always been possible to do it, but my deep desire has brought it to the forefront of my life.

    In fact, I have not even known how to articulate my desire, but now that it is  happening, it feels just right.

    I had always wanted to visit Europe, and now I live here.

    I have felt a deep desire for everyone in the world to get along, and I am seeing many actions which are being taken by people of like-mind.

    What we deeply feel and think about takes form.

    We are led to take the steps which place us in the most meaningful position for us.

    I did not know that I would become an inspiration writer at the time I had those early desires.

    Now, I can share the ideas which come to me as well as learn about the ideas which come to others.

    I am learning about Eco-villages, FiberShed, Community Gardens, cooperatives, Transition Towns, co-housing.

    I am learning about School Gardens, Farmers Markets, and all kinds of sustainability classes.

    I have been going through a list of sustainability skills for several years and taking classes.

    Several friends have expressed interest in my Sustainability Skills List and I have shared it.

    All of these actions express thoughtfulness about the environment and how to protect it.

    We are moving through a transitional time from taking many things for granted to becoming conscious of our role as a citizen of Earth.

    So many individuals and organizations have paved the way.

    Now, we can be involved through more thoughtful action.

    From many little personal steps to contributing to voting with our feet and our money, we are able to move in a more thoughtful direction.

    It is satisfying to make the changes which protect our environment.

    It is fulfilling to see the results on a local level.

    Our conscious and thoughtful actions are laying the groundwork for communities and municipalities to spread thoughtful action to create well-being for all.

    © 2024 Kathryn Hardage

    http://www.shareinspirationandpeace.com

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  • Comfort of right attraction

    Comfort #24 – Comfort of right attraction.

    As I cultivate uplifting traits of character, I am uplifted in my expression.

    My expression acts as a beacon to those of like-mind.

    It emits an emotional and spiritual frequency.

    Those who are practicing the same uplifting traits of character see it and feel it.

    It acts as a guide to our meeting.

    We cannot mistake each other.

    It is a sure and certain attraction.

    It works on a personal level.

    It works on a professional level.

    When we express honesty, we attract honesty.

    When we express kindness, we attract kindness.

    Anything in opposition to what we express is repelled.

    Our light is a powerful force.

    It defines us clearly.

    We are what is seen and felt.

    We naturally veer away from that which does not match our frequency.

    Our authentic practice assures of right attraction.

    We are being what we wish to see.

    We include every right idea.

    Only that which can support us is attracted to us.

    Only that which appreciates our role in their life can be close to us.

    We are drawn to those who have something to contribute to society.

    We are able to build co-operative relationships.

    We are able to act as an effective uplifting influence in our communities.

    We ignite the spark in others for uplifting action.

    © 2024 Kathryn Hardage

    http://www.shareinspirationandpeace.com

     

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  • Feel the presence of solutions that are wonderful for everyone who lives on the planet.

    Pebbles of Peace Pathways 3.36
    The Highest Motives (12/17)

    Feel the presence of solutions

    that are wonderful for everyone 

    who lives on the planet.

    © 2024 Kathryn Hardage

    http://www.shareinspirationandpeace.com

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