In unit 3 I rated my physical well being a 7, spiritual an 8 and psychological an 8 also. In my final I listed them the same except I rated my spirituality a 9 because I feel like through the meditation and visualization it was very spiritual to me. I use that a lot now even on my runs. I recorded the universal loving kindness on my phone and when I am on a path in the woods I just turn that on and close my eyes and repeat that over and over. To me it is almost like praying. For the physical and psychological I know they will improve over time when I am better physically since I still have to improve eating habits and being more thorough with my workouts. After that they will all come together and I will have great improvement.
Although my numbers haven't gone up in the other areas I know that I am making progress but I don't want to raise my number just yet because I still think I need more time to be continuous with what I am doing. So I don't want to jump the gun and raise it I want to be consistent a little longer outside of the class. Right now I was really disciplined because I was doing the activities for class.
I did start the activities I planned in my final on Sunday. Along with that I added something else to encourage me a little more. Just something visual and that is putting little start stickers on my calendar on all the days I have worked out. When I see them I think I will be more inclined to keep going so I can fill the calendar up.
I really enjoyed this course because it has taught me so many other ways to relax, be more stress free and feel healthier all around. The most difficult thing in the course was finding what exercise worked for me and making the time and place that was quiet enough so I could concentrate because with two boys and a needy husband its hard to have any quiet time! I hope to really stay committed to this because my last semester starts in March and then I graduate and I would like to get a job where I can communicate with others and help them feel as good as possible. I love talking to people and helping them so if I can give them one word of advice and this would be it then my goal is accomplished because I think it is something that everyone should give a try.
I hope you all will consider following me on my other blog that I will be posting to about my journey. It was great working with everyone and I look forward to reading any other blogs you have and will continue to follow the blogs on here also. Here is my other blog! http://smileyshealth.wordpress.com/
Hi Renee, I really enjoyed reading your blog and I agree with you 100%, “it’s not the end, it’s the beginning.” Although we are through with this class, we can make everyday a new beginning on our path to health and wellness. I feel very grateful for this class because it has provided us with a wealth of information that we can incorporate into our daily lives.
ReplyDeleteIt sounds like you have benefited a great deal from this class and that you are on your way. I’m really happy for you and wish you much luck in your future endeavors :-)
I look forward to following your blog.
Hi Renee,
ReplyDeleteI think that you will reach your goals. You seem very motivated in getting your goals achieved. I am so much more in tune with my feelings and stress level today than I was a few months ago. I think that by learning about meditation and relaxation exercises, I have grown spiritually and psychologically already. There is much room for improvement in both areas for myself, but progress has started. I have even thought about applying meditative practices in my profession as a Physical Therapist Assistant. I now can teach my children to meditate for a clearer mind for tests and other stressful activities. You have learned to use these practices in your life now you just need to spread the word to others in your life for them to be able to take responsibility for their health and wellness as well.
Tracy
Tracy and Lori
ReplyDeleteThanks for responding! I really did learn a lot in this class and I am grateful for it! I do see a lot more changes coming my way and with positive reinforcement I know it will work out for me in the long run. It has made me even think more positive and staying calm in more issues. I did have a little bump in the road yesterday though I went for a 5 mile run through Philadelphia and saw some awesome sights then I hurt my foot. I have a stress fracture and am using crutches at the moment so I have to hold off on running which is sad but I will ask doctor monday what can I do if I do not have to use these crutches. All in time I guess! lol Good luck to both of you
Renee,
ReplyDeleteI too agree that now that we are through this class it is just the beginning to an amazing journey. I also have loaded many different meditation practices on my IPod, that I use. This has been such an effective way for me to really incorporate meditation into my daily life. Like you my numbers stayed pretty much the same, although I feel I have made a lot of progress, there are areas that still need some work, and probably always will, the path to integral health is one that is never ending. Best of luck on your journey, stay true to your integral principle and you are sure to succeed.
Laurie
Renee,
ReplyDeleteI also found myself leaving my scores pretty much the same as before since I didn't feel that I significantly improved anything yet. Despite that, I feel that I am equipped with enough tools to incorporate into my life for a fully integrated health experience. It's great that you have been able to incorporate some of the meditative exercises into your daily life already. I have not made it to this point as of yet. I have been mastering to some degree the technique of mind control I guess. I am able to get rid of lots of the chattering thoughts in my head, and that is a big deal for me.
God bless you,
Felix
I Love your sticker idea.. I also feel that while my numbers were not changed by a huge amount, the tools are now in the toolbox ready to access as needed:-). I was hesitant about doing a blog at first, as I'm a bit of a private person, and felt that it really wouldn't benefit me as far as my health is concerned, but that opinion has changed. While I'm not sure about maintaining this particular blog, I am thinking of doing one related to the human animal bond.
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing your journey with us, and good luck in the future.
Andi
Renee,
ReplyDeleteI'm glad to see you have made positive changes and that you have a set plan on how you can progress. I hope the blog activity was helpful to you. I know that it was helpful for me. It was nice to open up a bit about my inner workings. Sort of theraputic. Good luck!
I really feel ready to take my new knowledge and explore to new heights. It has been a wonderful class and I am glad to have worked with you this semester. You are right as it is just the beginning of a beautiful life of health and wellness. Best of luck to you in your endeavors.
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