This exercise was much easier to follow for me, personally. I think it was easier to follow because I was in a quieter, more calm environment and because there were more direct directions. The analogy of "tying your mind to a stake in the ground" was one that I could easily relate to. The waves, again, relaxed me very much and it was soothing to hear. This activity taught me how to use my breath as a tool, a tool that allows me to let my mind "breath" or take a break in between thoughts.
The connection with spiritual health and mental and physical wellness is something that I was missing for a long time. I did not believe in some core principles of Christianity, but I did believe in some. I had to look deep inside my mind to begin to look at all of my true personal beliefs. Once someone has healthy spiritual beliefs, they can reduce their stress levels and start to let go of all of the questions, thoughts, or feelings, that previously arose. They can be confident about themselves and their beliefs which is critical in optimal wellness.
Keagan,
ReplyDeleteThis one for me was not as relaxing but for me I was much more relaxed for the Loving Kindness. I feel like you have to be in the right moment in your day to fully benefit from these exercises; but then again that is what the books are trying to teach us, to be in the right mood at all times during the day. I agree with you about using breathing as a tool. When I get really upset I try to take long deep breathes and it really seems to work. It makes me take a second and really think before acting. It is a great tool to utilize!
Great blog :)
Jessica
This one was okay for me to try. I try not to think of all the different things going on in my mind, but when I start to I just remember to try and detach. To think of the things from an onlookers point of view. I have noticed that if I can find some peace and go to sleep, when I wake up and go to work- my mind/body gets imbalanced immediately.
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