Hi Everyone!
I believe that for the most part all of the exercises we have completed in this course have benefits that impact our mental fitness. For me the best experience was the Subtle Mind exercise as I was really able to open up to the process for the first time. I felt totally relaxed and at peace and almost like I had a secret that no one else knew. I have shared this exercise with several people that also felt that it was extremely relaxing. I have done this exercise about three times and think that I will continue to use it as a way to center and refocus. The other exercise that I really loved was the Universal Loving Kindness exercise. I see this one to have a benefit that is two fold as it can help the person to relax, but also to start to see others with a new compassion. As I have said before I think people tend to be rather negative and somewhat angry in general as a symptom of just being over everythinged. (Yes I made up a word) This exercise is a way to take a step back and really see others in a new light. If we are able to prepare for our day with a sense of compassion and openness we can create a better environment for ourselves. I have found that when I set out to be more patient and less reactive that I myself just feel better and less keyed up. I find it pretty amazing that just saying and thinking that I will approach my day this way actually works...who knew! It's fair to say that I'm a believer and that I will be spreading the word about the importance of mental fitness and health. I am still working with my meditations and taking hikes weekly and love all the benefits I see in myself.
Lauren :-)
Lauren,
ReplyDeleteI have noticed that preparing for the day leads to a much better end to my day. Like you said just telling ourselves and thinking it prepares us for it and we don't react in a negative way. At least that's what I kinda think. And it doesn't take that much of our time to do this.
Good luck with you journey
cindy
Lauren,
ReplyDeleteI like how you referred to your practice as a secret. I like your made up word. I too love the new person I am becoming after taking this class. I believe that it will not only benefit me but also other people around me. I work with the elderly population and most have dementia, these exercise really help me be more patient with them. I have learned to love myself and this is helping to love others!