In Unit 3 my assessment scores were as follows:
Psychological: 6
Physical: 7
Spiritual: 6
Today I would score myself as follows:
Psychological: 7
Physical: 5
Spiritual: 7
My scores have increased in psychological and spiritual well-being because I have been making a consistent effort to practice the contemplative practice exercises and other meditations, have started my leadership training program, and have started a weekly Bible study. Physically, I have not been consistent with my intense exercise program. As a matter of fact it has almost completely stopped. However, I am still physically active and do back flexibility exercises.
My goals for psychological and spiritual well-being are progressing, slowly. My emotions have been on a roller coaster ride lately but I am finally able to consistently implement a Bible study, meditation, gratitude, and practice aspects of psychospiritual flourishing. As mentioned above, my physical well-being goals are anxiously waiting for me to notice them!
This course has been an amazing, life-changing experience. It has been difficult to learn to control the mind chatter and at the same time exciting to see some progress. I have also shared these experiences with family members and friends. They are not as on fire about all this “mediation stuff” as I am. However, my hope is to plant a seed in considering alternative ways to gain mental fitness. Reading the blogs of classmates has helped me gain different perspectives. I know this class had high demands but I appreciate the efforts that were made to express opinions and personal trials and errors on our assignments. I have gained a wider perspective thanks to your efforts. This expanded perspective will aide in helping me be a non-judgmental and open-minded nutritional counselor.
I plan to continue my blog because I have gotten to know a few classmates that have offered encouragement and friendship. My concern is that as school progresses, projects and assignments will take priority and the blog will drop by the way-side. Thank you everyone for reading my blog. This has been a great experience!
Cheryl,
ReplyDeleteIt really is difficult to achieve and maintain balance within all the aspects of our lives. While you may have had a minor set-back in your physical well-being right now, your psychological and spiritual well-being are beginning to flourish and for that you should be very proud. I think it is great that you have taken such initiative to improve where you can at this point in time.
I have not been able to get anyone else on board with meditation practice either so don't feel bad. It is not for everyone!
I would like to keep my blog as well, but in all honesty I will delete some of very personal posts. I know anyone can view them right now anyway but I guess I feel safe in our little group. Best of luck in your journey!
I have no doubt that with the progress you have made psychologically and spiritually, your physical development will not be too far behind. I agree that this course has been life changing. As I stated in my own blog, I was a little skeptical at first, but I'm so glad I stuck to it. I also joined a weekly bible study class and it has been so rewarding. Good luck in your future classes and your continued journey to integral health!!
ReplyDeleteHi Cheryl,
ReplyDeleteYou have been an encouragement to me reading your blog! Your honesty on working through the emotional rollercoaster was beneficial to everyone. We all have these times in our life but seeing you work through this and land on your feet is very encouraging. It was hard for me to say how I felt or describe my feelings on the blog and by you being open helped me to try and say more. You are moving in the right direction and on your way to human flourishing. Your love for people and life will help you help others. Congratulations and enjoy your journey to integral health!
Cheryl,
ReplyDeleteYou never cease to amaze me and I pray that God works a miracle in your life that people will talk about for years. You have tried hard through this course to make changes and though I can't see you in person I can feel the change in your writing. I hope the blog does not fall by the wayside because I enjoy it and will continue blogging as well I have even started another I will give you the address when I visit another time.
Keep up the good Work and God speed