Inspired Practices

  • Power in the household

    Young Persons Mentor/Uplifting Parenting –

    Power in the household

    The power of the household is its harmony.

    Harmony provides comfort and safety.

    We are all dealing with the many events in our lives and our reactions and responses to them.

    The power of harmony is vital.

    Routines set up the basis for harmony.

    A clean place to live, and the conscious awareness and responsibilities to carry them out, form the basis for a harmonious household.

    Any reactions and responses to daily events take place over a foundation of harmony.

    We are able to devote our clarity of thought to solving problems and dealing with emergencies when they arise.

    We can count on time devoted to relaxation and conversation.

    The power of household harmony to launch school projects and harmonious cookie drives carries over to our own ability to be excellent at work.

    Our self-care and devotion to nurturing ourselves through rest contributes to the power of harmony in the household.

    We are able to provide comfort for those in our care.

    We are able to provide support and nutritious meals on an ongoing daily basis.

    Everyone learns how to do the physical labor of household care over the underlying principle of household harmony.

    This power carries over into the next generations.

    The power of uplifting conversation contributes to household harmony.

    We are able to measure our standards of harmony against the intrusions of confusion and disruption.

    Children who are growing through their various stages intellectually and physically and emotionally find safe harbour in any instance of harmony.

    The contrast is substantial, each time we can provide it.

    There are so many challenges to household harmony that we can celebrate its’ power any time we see evidence of it.

    We have set a good standard and it always provides an uplifting and harmonizing reference.

    © 2023 Kathryn Hardage 

    http://www.shareinspirationandpeace.com

  • Living in power

    Your Diamond Mind –

    Living in power

    We all have more power than we realize.

    With our power, we have created the life we are living.

    It may not be conscious power, but it is power.

    When we gain awareness of our power, we can direct it more deliberately.

    Sometimes, the circumstances we are living in, feel completely beyond our control.

    The only control we have, with our conscious power, is how we respond to them.

    We may feel helpless and despairing.

    The first tiny step we can take is a conscious deep breath.

    Being conscious of our decision to take a deep breath is the beginning of our new power.

    A deep breath has a calming effect.

    We can increase our calm, each time we consciously take a deep breath.

    In the moment of that calm, we can begin to listen.

    We are removing ourselves from our immediate surroundings in the moment of that breath.

    We have the power to listen to clarity and perception.

    There is Guidance for us.

    We can continue our calming practice and continue to listen within.

    In each moment there is a message.

    We become attuned to the message within through this process.

    There is a whole network of connections which are beyond our present circumstances.

    We turn to them as we consciously take control of our power through our calm breaths.

    We are guided to take our tiny steps as we are consistent in our calm listening.

    These begin to build our new foundation which is separate and apart from unconscious living.

    This power becomes part of our conviction of a better life.

    We are moved into this new sense of life as we practice the power of inner listening and tiny steps.

    © 2023 Kathryn Hardage 

    http://www.shareinspirationandpeace.com

  • The power of peace

    Pebbles of Peace –

    The power of peace

    I breathe in peace and I breathe out calm.

    I can access my peace at any time, once I become aware of my state of agitation.

    Sometimes, I am so caught up in confusion and distraction that I lose track of my peace and calm.

    The power of peace communicates itself to those around us.

    It is a state of mind and a state of body.

    It calms and comforts us and our children.

    It allows us to think clearly.

    It guides us to take the steps to keep ourselves and our families safe.

    We are always in the presence of peace each time we remember this.

    Peace has a power which even reaches into the past to resolve questions which have remained unaddressed.

    When we desire to live a life of peace, this feeling permeates our past, our present and guides our future.

    We can always remove ourselves from disturbances when we remember there is a powerful peaceful Presence within and all around us.

    I have been led to walk away from unruly situations, to take an unexpected route home, to suddenly schedule an impromptu meeting when directed from within.

    Each of these instances has put me in a more peaceful situation.

    I can feel this power any time I need it.

    It is always available for me to receive.

    I become part of the power of peace as I maintain my poise and equilibrium.

    There are so many things which can throw us off balance so it is good to tap into the ever-ready power of peace.

    The power of peace guides my decisions.

    The power of peace places me in safety.

    The power of peace prevents me from responding fearfully.

    I can always act with the power of peace when I tune into it.

    © 2023 Kathryn Hardage 

    http://www.shareinspirationandpeace.com

  • Feeling the Presence of power

    Take Three Deep Breaths –
    Feeling the Presence of power

    © 2023 Kathryn Hardage

    http://www.shareinspirationandpeace.com

  • My individual power

    Loved Cherished Adored –

    My individual power

    My individual power is the power to choose how I respond.

    I was imprisoned by my very understandable emotional response to extreme negative situations.

    I found out how to release myself.

    It has taken lots of practice, but it is possible to do, because I have done it.

    Instead of spending the rest of my life in grief and panic, I have replaced my negative memories with new uplifting and positive experiences.

    I made this choice through several significant factors.

    I discovered the power of “I love me”.

    I remind myself of this all day long.

    I gave myself permission to discover what I love to do and began doing it.

    What I love to do is homesteading skills.

    I have been learning them from a list and checking them off.

    My favorites are food preservation and weaving.

    I discovered that focusing on a small space and drawing small, repetitious lines and figures is calming for me.

    I call it Meditation Drawing.  

    I have made more than one thousand.

    I discovered how to add color and to make art and affirmations.

    This has evolved in 52 week topics, based on my practice for my weekly music lesson from age five-years-old through grad school.

    I share them on my website at www.shareinspirationandpeace.com .

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    This is how I make my daily choices to maintain my inner peace.

    I am so grateful for the many tiny steps which came from using my individual power to choose better experiences for myself.

    It is having a long-term healing effect for me.

    © 2023 Kathryn Hardage 

    http://www.shareinspirationanadpeace.com

  • My part in realizing well-being for all

    Shared Global Vision –

    My part in realizing well-being for all

    As I refine my practice to create well-being for myself and my household, I contribute to harmony.

    Wherever we go, we bring our uplifting attitude and practices with us.

    We do not add to the agitation around us.

    Instead we dilute it with peaceful and harmonious organization.

    I am able to solidify my success in creativity and organization.

    I know that I can contribute consistently in these ways.

    Whatever decisions I make have a strong background in my record of accomplishments.

    I know a way which works which I can demonstrate.

    I am glad for it to be applied where it is useful and beneficial.

    The most important part of this realization is the idea of listening within.

    Inner listening connects us with the unlimited resources of the Universe.

    Its’ resources apply to whatever problem or situation we are dealing with.

    Inner listening allows us to hear the specific tiny steps to begin the resolution of any problem.

    I can demonstrate how my tiny steps have created a new foundation for sound contribution to well-being for all in my community.

    Others can employ the same practices in their work.

    A network of coordinating complimentary groups, services and processes results.

    We are all part of creating well-being for all.

    In this way, from a grassroots level, every need can be addressed.

    Unique solutions can be found.

    There is always an answer in the Infinite.

    Turning within, we find a unity of purpose and the many tiny steps to carry it out.

    Gently, we can be moved to take part in a major shift, that of addressing all needs through listening within.

    This work is even now connecting all of  us.

    © 2023 Kathryn Hardage 

    http://www.shareinspirationandpeace.com

  • Realization of a balanced household

    Young Persons Mentor-Uplifting Parenting

    Realization of a balanced household

    Our household is balanced when everyone realizes their role and carries out their duties.

    We create the balance for our household as we create balance for ourselves.

    We organize the support we need in order to manage the resources of our household.

    We train our children to keep their space and the common space clean.

    We teach them in tiny steps.

    As they learn one tiny step, we teach them another tiny step.

    We genuinely applaud their progress as they take on more and more responsibility for the resources in the household.

    This creates an uplifting home community where everything is clean and organized.

    It gives everyone a good feeling, which is expressed in calmness and harmony.

    We manage the meals for our household in a balanced and orderly manner.

    We make sure that we provide healthy and nutritious food.

    This allows everyone’s body to remain calm and not experience agitation or discomfort.

    Our meal planning, food sourcing, and preparation are a way of realizing a balanced household.

    Each member is trained to carry out tiny steps of food preparation and serving.

    Kitchen cleanliness is part of a balanced household.

    We organize transportation in a way which takes care of every family member.

    We consolidate errands.

    We arrange for public transportation whenever possible.

    We teach new drivers responsible habits.

    New drivers learn to carry some of the responsibilities of the household.

    We organize clothing care through laundry schedules.

    We teach our children simple clothing maintenance, such as how to sew on a button and how to hem a pair of pants.

    Every skill and the willingness to practice it creates balance in the household.

    We give ourselves the support to create balance through being rested and through establishing routines.

    © 2023 Kathryn Hardage 

    http://www.shareinspirationandpeace.com

  • Travel Peace

    Pebbles of Peace Pathway 2.47-

    Travel Peace

    We don’t try to leave in a rush.

    We get all the packing and chores done.

    We drive out of town at a leisurely pace.

    We stop for a sandwich.

    We take the time to allow each of us 

    to feel comfortable with the schedule.

    We know we will get where we are going.

    We set it up so we can enjoy 

    each other’s company before, 

    during and after the travel time.

    He prefers to drive.

    We converse, I knit, 

    or type on the computer, 

    or read to him.

    Sometimes we sing.

    Sometimes we are just quiet.

    © 2023 Kathryn Hardage

  • Realization begins in mind

    Realization begins in mind

    We are all born into a specific environment.

    We learn from those who care for us.

    We learn their rules and their fears.

    When we grow up, we may decide we want to live in a different way.

    It is up to us to change our mind.

    As we explore the possibilities and chase after other’s methods, we only replace one set of rules and values with another.

    We have not yet learned how to change our mind.

    Only when we begin to look within do we discover our own mind.

    That is where our connection to the Infinite begins.

    Everyone else’s approach leads to their values, their goals.

    Only by listening within, can we learn what our values and goals are.

    The Infinite has room for infinite individualities.

    These are not in competition with each other.

    There is always room for individual uplifting expression.

    This is the way we realize our spiritual identity.

    We all operate in the Infinite Universe in a harmoniously coordinated and uplifting way.

    There is room for all.

    There are unlimited resources for spiritual expression.

    Each one’s work helps contribute to the harmony of the whole.

    Each tiny step form every beginner helps to build a new, firm, spiritual foundation.

    This foundation supports everyone who wants to express unlimited divine qualities.

    It is amazing to discover the resources which are right at hand, when we turn to inner direction.

    We can use what is in front of us in new uplifting ways.

    It is wonderful to build community where everyone is valued and there is well-being for all.

    © 2023 Kathryn Hardage 

    http://www.shareinspirationandpeace.com

  • My realization of peace brings it to me

    My realization of peace brings it to me

    I love the peaceful surroundings of beautiful gardens and being in Nature.

    I love the gentle transitions between seasons as this cycle occurs.

    The dramatic catalysts of winds and rain have their role and new life is born.

    We, too, have seasons and cycles of demands and renewals.

    We, too, find new life within us as we transition from one concept to another.

    We find expanded peace as we embrace the resources for peace within us.

    We are able to move gently as we take our tiny steps through guidance.

    When we release our opinions and the opinions of others, we are able to find the peace that is available to us.

    I can realize peace by feeling it within me, and then acting in accordance with that peace.

    I bring peace into my life by envisioning it and accepting its reality.

    I do not have to work from what is in front of my eyes.

    I can create a better vision for myself.

    I am not dependent on past experiences and their imprints.

    I am grateful to discover this and also to take on the work of redirecting and rewriting my life.

    Those are my choices.

    I can bring more peace into my life.

    I can align with what I love to do and realize an entirely new career.

    I can share the inspiration of my new direction abundantly.

    I welcome everyone to discover their peace within.

    We can all create a new reality for ourselves.

    I know this looks impossible.

    However, we can respond differently to the resources around us when we receive guidance from within.

    Working together from the desire of well-being for all, we can see more and more peace in our communities.

    © 2023 Kathryn Hardage 

    http://www.shareinspirationandpeace.com