Based on a scale of 1 to 10, I rate my physical well-being a 6 because I do have some health issues that are stress related and I don't get as much exercise as I would like. My spiritual well-being is rated a 5 because I don't attend church on a regular bases anymore. I use the excuse of "I slept in" but I would like to return and join in the fellowship. We have a nice little community chapel on Base and the people are friendly, so I'll give it a try soon. I would rate my psychological well-being a 6 because I really have difficulty quieting my mind and not harboring ill will towards my boss who makes every one's life a living hell while at work.
The physical goal I would set for myself is to squeeze a little more time out of my busy schedule to exercise more. The spiritual goal I would set for myself would be to attend church more often and join in the activities and fellowship. The psychological goal I would set for myself is to be more assertive, but in a non-threatening way.
The activities or exercises that I can implement into my life to assist me in reaching these goals is to walk a little each morning and evening when it is not so hot, attend church this Sunday and prepare to incorporate the integral health preparation exercises into my life, especially loving-kindness.
After completing the relaxation exercise, "The Crime of the Century" and trying to understand why it is called that (to get my attention?), I felt that it was a good exercise, but I kept thinking that I would have to remember all of those colored lines, where they came from and what they meant so that I was a little distracted during the entire session. It didn't help that my husband came in and started making a lot of noise.
I hope all of you can find peace.
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I love your post. I think we have all had a boss or two that we have had ill will towards. I think the reason those boss's usually act the way they do is either because someone above them is doing it to them (which is, of course, no excuse) or maybe they don't have peace and calmness in their internal world. So, I usually think the old saying, "kill them with kindness" works great. I will be exceptionally nice to those who are not so nice to me. It does not always work, but at least I can say I tried. Sometimes, just giving that person a smile or kind word is all it takes to make them start feeling guilty for being so harsh. Who knows, maybe it will work or maybe not...
ReplyDeleteI have to agree with you on the relaxation exercise name. I was thinking the same thing. I even looked at it a couple times to make sure I was listening to the right exercise. I found myself repeating the colors in order and where they were located as well. I also, not just in this case but in other meditation exercises as well, that I find myself trying to keep my breathing with their talking. It doesn't always work out. I usually breath faster then they talk. So, then I get a little frustrated with it. I guess just something I will have to focus on.
Great post, I really enjoyed reading it.
Thanks Jennifer! : )
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