1. Practice the universal Loving Kindness (meditation)
exercise on p. 93
I found this exercise a little difficult since it required me to read what I was going to say and close my eyes. I felt as if I was concentrating more on the words and getting them correct rather than actually on how it effects me. However, after doing it a few times, the repetition of what I was saying became easier and I was able to relax better and internally and mentally open up.
2. Complete the Integral Assessment discussed in chapter 11
(p.115).
3. Describe the exercise and assessment process. What did
you discover about yourself? What area have you chosen to be a focus of growth
and development? Why? What are some specific exercises or activities that you
can implement to foster greater wellness in this area?
Of all the exercises we have done so far, I found this the most beneficial for me since it allowed me to look into my actions and evaluate my life. I frequently get caught up in my day to day activities and the stresses that come from it instead of being grateful for who and what I have in my life. From these exercises I decided to concentrate on my psychospiritual side since that is the area in my life I think i neglect the most. I find that I can be quick to judge people and almost selfishly separate myself from others when I should instead be embracing their differences so I can learn from them and grow. Some exercises I do to help with my overall greater wellness are yoga, dance and exercise. All of these exercises allow me to separate my everyday stresses and focus on the activity in front of me. Also, I feel that these exercises help improve my body which in turn assists my mind to be clearer and much more positive.
Would their exercises be beneficial for you?
ReplyDeleteYes. I really do feel that her yoga exercise can really work for me, because yoga comes with a lot of meditation exercises, and physical fitness tips, and most of all it can help me with all of the mind chatter that I be having.
Do you have any suggestions for them?
I would tell my fellow blogger if this is what she doing to get her mind right, her spirituality right, and her body right, then keep it up, because it’s easy to get started, but it can get really hard to keep it up, because that comes with dedication and commitment.
Would their exercises work for your clientele?
I would instruct all of my clients to try this exercise, and the reason I would instruct my clients to utilize this tool. Because it really can help with relieving stress, and other areas like blood pressure, fitness, and mind taming.