1. Review the exercises and practice sessions you have completed in this course. (Loving Kindness, Subtle mind, Visualization, meditation etc.) Choose two practices that you have determined to be most beneficial.
The two practices that I found most beneficial (read: easiest) were the Subtle Mind exercise and the last one from Unit 7 - visualization. Even though my CD didn't work for the Subtle Mind exercise, I read it in Dacher's book and have been able to use it. The last exercise was especially helpful to me.
How can you implement these practices in your personal life to foster mental fitness? Provide specific examples.
I can use both of these in my life to help foster mental fitness by making time to actually do the exercises on a regular basis. For example, when I first come home from work and the house is still quiet, I take a few minutes to do the visualization exercise. I use it as a way of reviewing my day, letting go of tension, dealing with any unresolved issues that are troubling and as way of preparing myself for the evening with my family.
I also received a new relaxation CD from my workplace wellness program that I have started using. It is just soothing music and I can use for meditation or relaxation.
I have enjoyed reading everyone's experiences through the use of a blog during this course. I wish you all luck as you continue to develop a deeper spiritual life - live long and prosper!
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ReplyDeleteHi Kelly!
ReplyDeleteGlad to find another positive post on your blog. I have enjoyed reading all your posts this term! I have learned a lot from many students in our class. But I always read your blog post first!
I think you've done a great job this term. Of all the blogs I read, I think you have made great progress. And I think that's wonderful!
Thank-you for sharing with us once again!
I finally read your comment on my blog from Jan. 24th! I apologize that it's taken me too long to answer your questions!
Yes, that is a picture of me and my Grandad. He had a silly sense of humor and that photo is from 1997...it's one of my favorites of him!
Regarding your husband and getting him to try meditation....I have to really make myself sit still for a minute and just do it! I know it has wonderful "side effects" and especially since we have such stressful careers, it would really make a difference if you could have him try it a few times.
I know police officers can be quite stubborn! I can be on a regular basis! But you have to want to change for the better before you will. Maybe he's not ready or doesn't want to try it at all. Either way, I don't have any great words of wisdom for you; unfortunately!
Hope you have a great week!
Michelle