Ok, so I am not going to sugar coat this blog.....the more I learned about how everything is connected the more excited I got about taking charge of my destiny. The more clearer my destiny became to me the more challenges were presented to me by the Universe. I have never worked so hard on throwing out negative thoughts and replacing them with positive ones in my life. Honestly, I enjoyed all of the exercises and practice sessions (with the exception of....yes, you remember: Loving-Kindness)!
The subtle mind and meditation were the best practices for
me. I enjoyed the subtle mind practice because it allowed me to focus on my breathing
and when doing so I was less likely to drift and able to decrease my racing
thoughts. I feel that in order to
obtain “mental fitness” I need to be able to focus and train my mind to
become tame and not get distracted as easily with the dark side. I feel that the subtle mind and
meditation allowed me to do this more effectively than the others. I can
implement these into my personal life by setting aside 20 minutes a day and practicing them. I think
that meditation and focusing on my breathing will make my mind more calm and
allow me to become a more patient loving and giving person. In order to achieve mental
fitness, it has to be worked on every day in order to achieve the results that
lead to human flourishing.
As you all I know I struggled with the Loving Kindness
exercise. I am thinking about
incorporating this practice on the weekend as I believe it will help me in forgiving
myself and others who have harmed me as well as it will help me learn to accept
things I cannot change. I want a peace of mind and in order to achieve that I feel I need to be loving towards other and treating all I come into contact with respect and kindness. This one will probably take some time however I do believe I will
benefit greatly and live a healthier lifestyle if I am able to master it.
Peace & Blessings
T.
Hi T,
ReplyDeleteI think the two of us are in the minority of people who did not care for the loving-kindness exercise. I am going to do it again this week to see if I respond differently than the first time.
One of my clients attended a class last night on guided visualization. She said it was difficult because her mind wandered at times. She said they were sitting in folding chairs which does not sound comfortable for meditation. I think I am much more comfortable exploring meditation in the comfort of my own home, so I can be in my pajamas!
Have a great week! I hope the Kaplan financial "stuff" is all figured out.
Cynthia
Cynthia I believe you are correct however I think we have good reasons why it's a bit challenging for us! I too am going to try it over the weekend. I am not as successful with mediation outside of my home. Unfortunately that FA stuff is still hoovering and now there may even be an issue with my degree program. Ugh. I have a lot of stress and this meditation is just what I need to manage it it.
ReplyDeleteSee you in class tomorrow!
T.
Hi T,
ReplyDeleteI love your straight forwardness, it is so amazing how everything is so connected. If more people knew this do you think it would matter to them? I am so glad that you are going to try to continue these exercises, they also helped me find some grounding in my hectic day. I will continue to work these exercises into my day and I have been looking for some others ways to foster growth in my life as well. Have a great week T,
Cyndie