1. Again, I enjoyed this exercise. I found some similarities between this one and the Loving-Kindness exercise. First, and most noticeable was the waves crashing in the background. This sound as I stated in my previous post reminds me of good times from my youth. Like Unit 4's exercise this one was also a very calming one that helped me to relax. What I found different was that in this exercise we weren't focusing on an individual, but on our own chosen focal point. I give this exercise positive feedback because I was able to choose what I wanted to focus on. I didn't experience any frustrations; just good vibes and relaxation.
2. We can define spiritual wellness as the search for meaning and purpose in the human experience ("Wellness," n.d.). This dimension of wellness also ties into two others; mental and physical. If our spiritual wellness is off balance we may find the other two leaning in the wrong direction as well. To have optimal wellness we must be hitting on all cylinders. If we are not at peace within it is hard for us to reach our goals in the physical and mental aspects too. Since my physical wellness is a top priority, and I am a big "thinker" I find that making sure my spiritual wellness is in check is vital too. When I'm feeling that my mind is straying, or that I'm just not where I want to be within I come back to this class, or the books we have been given and give myself a reality check. If need be I work through the exercises we have been provided and try to get myself back to square one and build from there.
References:
- Wellness: Spiritual Wellness. (n.d.). Wellness: Wellness Program. Retrieved April 2, 2013, from http://wellness.ucr.edu/spiritual_wellness.html
I also found this to be a very easy exercise to get into and focus on. The ocean waves remind me of growing up in Virginia Beach with my mom it makes me think of happier times. Also by using my mother to focus on helped me stay in tune with my breathing and loving kindness exercises.
ReplyDeleteDonna Phelps
As a health care professional it is necessary to lead by example and to practice what you preach as patients are not willing to follow your advice if you are not willing to do it yourself. So it is important to develop your physical, emotional, and spiritual into a healthy state of being.