Inspirations

Quotes, My Adventure Astrid Hardjana-Large Quotes, My Adventure Astrid Hardjana-Large

Power Over Your Mind

Realize what you have control over in every circumstance. Listen to everything for knowledge and work with your mind for the results you desire. There is no full control but you can exercise your power,

Read More
Poetry Astrid Hardjana-Large Poetry Astrid Hardjana-Large

Don’t Get Lost in the Illusion of ‘Perfect’

Whatever I perceive as perfect is dependent on what I choose to think. It is my responsibility to notice the changes and choose how to grow with it. Even if imperfection is met, I can find how it perfectly fits as I focus on being who I am. Perfect is not real until I believe it is.

Read More
Quotes Astrid Hardjana-Large Quotes Astrid Hardjana-Large

Fear is the Non-Acceptance

Fear is not something to easily turn away from, it is an intuitive signal. Fear becomes unmanageable when we don’t face and accept what is happening. I think of fear as an encouragement to grow.

Read More
My Adventure Astrid Hardjana-Large My Adventure Astrid Hardjana-Large

Can’t Miss Graduation

A memory from thirty-two years ago that continues to remind me of the importance of knowing what I want, why and to concentrate on good intentions. I may not always get what I want but I can know that I work hard for what I want.

Read More
My Adventure Astrid Hardjana-Large My Adventure Astrid Hardjana-Large

How I Choose to Be

A situation becomes what we decide it is. Despite the ease of having knowledge to depend on, how I accept the circumstance determines its outcome. Why waste energy on pinpointing items to blame when I can choose to adapt and work with it?

Read More
Quotes Astrid Hardjana-Large Quotes Astrid Hardjana-Large

Discipline is Choosing

Nobody always gets what they want when they want it. To better handle the emotions and feelings when I don’t get my way, it is my responsibility to make the choice that serves my inner commitment rather than holding onto what I thought should be. Only I can know the importance of my desire and control where I guide it.

Read More
Purposeful Perspective Astrid Hardjana-Large Purposeful Perspective Astrid Hardjana-Large

Transition of What Was

Having knowledge can give me a sense of security but it is not something that must be complete while I am still learning. Choosing to not resist what I discover in order to understand a bigger picture assists me to grow with what happens. Putting past and present together for future reference, I move from what was into what is.

Read More
My Adventure Astrid Hardjana-Large My Adventure Astrid Hardjana-Large

Opportunity to Reacquaint

 To prevent myself from believing that life is against me when I meet an opposition, I pay attention to the change and concentrate on knowing myself through it. A challenge indicates something I did not consider and accepting it is my agreement to learn

Read More
Poetry Astrid Hardjana-Large Poetry Astrid Hardjana-Large

I Wouldn’t Be Myself Without You

 Viewing my soul as the consistent root of my person, I am grateful for its grounded values and how it held me to who I am in difficult moments. For the times I thought I needed to be something else, it saved me  by continuing to believe and guiding me to be myself.

Read More
My Adventure Astrid Hardjana-Large My Adventure Astrid Hardjana-Large

I am Capable

 Coming across an old affirmation and remembering the trust and determination it helped me to build. Believing in myself and remaining open to learn with challenges is the root of my resilience.

Read More
Poetry Astrid Hardjana-Large Poetry Astrid Hardjana-Large

Choosing Acceptance

Reflecting on dealing with adversity and how my choices shaped my life. I have grown a lot and have much to appreciate because I chose curiosity and found my enjoyment. As long as I keep recognizing the ways that I grow, I will find my way to flow.

Read More
My Adventure Astrid Hardjana-Large My Adventure Astrid Hardjana-Large

Positivity and Optimism

A reflection on balance and how extremes work together, I review the reasons why I choose positivity and optimism. Balance requires discipline and reflection to comprehend. Appreciating all parts of a situation makes the experience worthwhile to grow with.

Read More
Reflective Lyric Astrid Hardjana-Large Reflective Lyric Astrid Hardjana-Large

The Life of a Sapling

Imagining what it is like to be a tree while relating to the human experience, I feel peaceful that we are one and the same. Independence and community are supportive during the storms and we all continue growing.

Read More
Purposeful Perspective Astrid Hardjana-Large Purposeful Perspective Astrid Hardjana-Large

Instead of Perfection

Living with epilepsy taught me that perfection is an illusion. When changes occur, it is best that I know myself, be willing to do my best and work with what is available. Changes are continuous in any situation and I can only offer my best at the moment. What does not turn out has the potential to offer something new.

Read More
My Adventure Astrid Hardjana-Large My Adventure Astrid Hardjana-Large

Every Extra Effort is Self-Care

Whether it is dealing with an ailment or a new phase of life, changes require an extra effort for adjustment. Whatever is faced, I intend to meet the required self=care with appreciation rather than resignation. I respect that what happens is a contribution to my development. I accept the responsibility for my self-care.

Read More
Poetry Astrid Hardjana-Large Poetry Astrid Hardjana-Large

A Blessing in Disguise

 My life experience taught me to focus on something to learn rather than feed negative reactions.Sensing change, it is better to flow with the situation instead of resisting or trying to get my way. Allowing life to guide me, I choose to appreciate the moment and make the best of it. Reflecting on the situation can be done after the process has completed.

Read More
Purposeful Perspective Astrid Hardjana-Large Purposeful Perspective Astrid Hardjana-Large

In Changing Circumstances

 My life experience taught me to focus on something to learn rather than feed negative reactions.Sensing change, it is better to flow with the situation instead of resisting or trying to get my way. Allowing life to guide me, I choose to appreciate the moment and make the best of it. Reflecting on the situation can be done after the process has completed.

Read More