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- Vol. 1 Issue: 15 September 15, 2026©2026 THE HKL TIME them. Rather than searching for HKL Invites the Fresno peace somewhere outside of Community to Pause and themselves, they were encour- A LIFEA LIFE T
- Page 2the energy of the evening. In the middle of a bustling street event, one quiet minute became a reminder that we can always return to ourselves. Even amidst the noise of the world, there is a place within us that is still, peaceful, and full of Love. Sometimes, we only need to become quiet enough to experience it. One-Minute Pause Experience
- A Season For ConnectionsUNITED KINGDOM Throughout the summer, HKL UK volunteers have been attending a variety of events across the country, sharing the message of Humility, Kindness, and Love and introducing people of all ages to the HKL meditation.
- Page 4Love in Motion: THE MEANING BEHIND HKL WALKS
- Page 5riences, and have our own stories, yet beneath it all, we share something deeply human: the same human heart. In this way, an HKL Walk becomes more than people simply walking side by side; it becomes a reminder that we are One human family, connected beyond what is seen on the surface. At the heart of each Walk is an invitation to remember that creating a more beautiful world begins with becoming more beautiful within ourselves. The Walk encour ages us to practice HKL in the ordinary moments of everyday life. The weekly commitments offer simple ways to bring these qualities into our homes, work places, relationships, and communities. When these practices become part of our daily lives, what begins within one person can naturally touch the lives of those around them. Let us make ourselves, our homes, workplaces, our communities, and our world truly beautiful with Humility, Kindness and Love.
- The Four Agreements: A Practical Guide to Personal FreedomBy Don Miguel Ruiz Book Recommended by Gaganpreet Kaur Khela FRESNO, CALIFORNIA, USA
- Page 7Fourth Agreement: The agreement “Don’t Take Anything
- DAILY HKL AFFIRMATION“WE ARE HUMILITY, WE ARE KINDNESS, WE ARE LOVE” True transformation doesn’t come from words, it comes from practice of turning inward and connecting with yourself. Commit to this practice for 7 days and feel the shift.
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- Fourth Agreement:
- The agreement “Don’t Take Anything
- Personally”
- also
Always Do Your Best stayed deeply with me. I had
Our best is not the same every never thought about it quite day. Some days we have more energy, patience, and strength than others. Ruiz reminds us that this agreement is not about perfection, but about giving what we genuinely can in each moment.
this way before: every person is experiencing life through their own emotions, beliefs, and experiences. What someone says or does may have far more to do with what they are carrying within themselves than with When we fall short, we can learn from it rather than judge ourselves. Sometimes doing our best means taking action; other times, it may mean resting, listening, apologizing, or simply choosing not to react. What matters is that we give what we can, knowing that our best may look different depending on what life asks of us.
The goal is not perfection. It is practice. Each day offers us a new opportunity to pause, reflect, and choose with greater awareness, kindness, and love.
me. This realization brought a sense of freedom and compassion both for myself and for others. Together, these teachings reminded me that spiritual growth can begin in the smallest moments: pausing before speaking, questioning my as sumptions, releasing what is not mine to carry, and choosing to meet myself and everyone with greater kindness, understand ing, and love.
Reflections From the Book Reading The Four Agreements guided me to look inward and truly reflect on the words I speak, the thoughts I entertain, and the way I choose to respond, not only to others but to myself. “Be Impeccable With Your Word” made me more conscious of the immense power our words hold. Words can become a weapon that wounds and destroys, or they can be like seeds that take root and grow flowers in the hearts we interact with. I began to notice that this power extends to the words I speak to my own Being and heart. I realized how often I can be my own harshest critic, focusing on my mistakes and what I could have done better. The book gently reminded me to speak to myself with the same love and kindness I hope to of fer others, to nurture my own heart rather than tear it down. In becoming more conscious of my words, I am learning to let them carry more love, compassion, and light—both outward into the world and inward toward myself.
- Author Don Miguel Ruiz
- RECIPE:
- Rice Paper Noodles!
No boiling. No pots. Just soak, slice, and slurp. These noodles are chewy, bouncy, satisfying, and way more fun than regular pasta! They take only 5 minutes to make.
Time: 5 minutes | Serves: 1
What You Need • 4–5 round rice paper wrappers • 1 bowl of cold water
For the Sauce • 2 tbsp soy sauce • 1 tsp sesame oil • 1 tsp vinegar or lime juice • ½ tsp sugar
Optional Add-Ons • Shredded carrots or cucumber • Crushed peanuts or sesame seeds • Chili flakes or Sriracha
Steps
1. Soak Dip one rice paper wrapper in cold water for about 30 seconds, until soft but not floppy.
2. Stack Lay it flat on a cutting board. Repeat with the remaining wrappers, stacking them on top of one another.
3. Slice Cut the stack into thick strips, about 1 inch wide.
4. Separate Gently peel the strips apart. They’ll naturally curl into noodle-like shapes.
5. Toss & Enjoy Toss the noodles with the sauce and any add-ons you like. Eat right away.
Chili flakes or Sriracha
A Few Tips
• Don’t soak the wrappers for too long, or they’ll become sticky and gluey.
• These noodles are best eaten fresh.
• For a creamy version, swap the soy sauce for peanut butter mixed with a little hot water.
Crushed peanuts or sesame seeds