- Review your unit 3 personal assessment of your psychological, physical, and spiritual well-being. Reflect on these areas . How did you score yourself on a scale from 1 to 10 in unit 3? How do you score yourself now? Has the score changed? Why or why not?
Unit 3 I scored a 6 in physical, an 8 in spiritual, and a 6 in psychological well beings. Today I would rate myself the same because I don't think it is feasible to change a score in such a short amount of time. I can say, however, that I am on a much smoother road to transition as I have a better understanding of the whys and how's of change.
2. Review the goals and activities you set for yourself in each area. Have you made progress toward the goals? Explain.
This is my entry from week 3: I have been working out and I plan to begin training for the mini marathon during the Derby festivities next April. I read my bible and pray often but have yet to find a church home. I was raised Catholic but no longer believe or practice their methods. I feel strongly that once I can get all my affairs in order I can then attend yoga classes more regularly.
I am still training for the mini marathon, I practice yoga in my home still as I have not had time to find a yoga center yet, plus my research in instruction is leading me in another direction altogether so I am excited about that. I still read my Bible but again have not yet found a church home yet. I am not trying to rush any of my progress. Everyone has a different pace and levels of acceptance so I am going down my own path.
3. Have you implemented the activities you chose for your well-being in each of the three areas? Explain.
As I explained in the previous statement I am still looking for a yoga center and church to attend regularly. AS for my psychological well-being I fully intend to continue the subtle mind and loving-kindness exercises along with some visualization and meditation.
4. Summarize your personal experience throughout this course. Have you developed improved well-being? What has been rewarding? What has been difficult? How will this experience improve your ability to assist others?
I have personally loved this course. It is the reason I want to have a degree in health and wellness in addition to certification to teach yoga. I now have a better understanding of how the mind, body, and spirit are connected. I think that with my improved well-being I will be a much better teacher and definitely more open to individual needs as opposed to "class" needs.
I think the most rewarding thing I am taking away from this class is the true meaning of happiness and how to achieve it. I am really looking forward to practicing and learning more about how we are each interconnected with ourselves.
The most difficult was the practices, only because by following directions from the mp3's provided and falling into that deep place in our minds it was a distraction to hear her voice come back in and lead to the next step. When I try these I think I may have to have a tiny bell sound to let clients know I am about to provide more instruction. This will be a more serene transition and hopefully be more effective.
I am really looking forward to teaching clients yoga and incorporating the elements and practices of this class. I have never been this excited about life and I think as long as we do what we love there is nothing that can stop us from being successful, not just at work but in life. I hope I am as effective as I intend to be.
Blessings & namaste
Hi Jen,
ReplyDeleteYeah, 6 weeks is a short time for most to have hugh growths, however, there is a lot to say about taking baby steps. Any healthy change is a good one; for some it may be getting some physical exercise once or twice a week. It is all relative to where a person begins. Good luck toward your steps to success - mentally, physcially and spiritually!
Deb C
Hi jen,
ReplyDeleteFirst of all, thanks for the awesome things you said on my blog this week! I have thoroughly enjoyed reading your blogs each week. You are a very relatable and interesting writer. I am going to miss your entries....you could still write and they will pop up on my "reader"...:))) just sayin' :))
As for your blog this week, I agree that 6 weeks isn't very long to mae changes and have them make a significant leap on the scale, but even an inch in the right direction is progress. I hope you are able to find a church home, soon. I am not sure what city/state you live in ( I'll go back to the Unit 1 intros and find out). My church (The C3 Church) has churches in different states and countries, and if you live near one, I highly recommend it. I have been at the one in my city for 13 years.
I also agree with you on the practices on the mp3s...the female voice was a little "jarring" and annoying, so those weren't as enjoyable. But all in all, I did LOVE this course. Good luck with all you endeavors. P.S. I also write another blog called Iron WOman Chronicle. The address is www.ironwomanchronicle.com
Check it out if you'd like!
Have a great holiday, girl!
Hi Jen,
ReplyDeleteI definitely agree 6 weeks isn't enough time to make the necessary changes even when your completing a challenge. I also agree with Pam that even an inch will eventually lead you in the right direction. This class by far has been very interesting and I have learned so much from it.
Hi Jen,
ReplyDeleteSounds like you really benefited from this class, which is great. This class opened up my eyes about what is needed to have a healthy body, mind, and spirit. I wish you the best with your yoga and your clients. Good luck to you in your future endeavors.
I really enjoyed this course too. It has taught me a lot and helped me understand more about the mind, body and spirit. You will be a better teacher; I couldn't believe that I actually enjoyed this course. In the beginning I didn't know what to think at first. Since unit 3, my physical well-being went from a 4 to a 6. I now exercise more and eat more healthier foods. This course has opened up my eyes about a lot of things. Good luck next term and good post.
ReplyDeleteHi Jen:
ReplyDeleteYour posts seem very popular with the class :) What other road are you thinking about besides yoga? This course was a definite "thumbs up" from me, and I intend to use the practices we've learned. The blogs have been great to read and I really like the texts we used. Deepak Chopra was on Dr. Oz this week, and was excited to actually put a face with his writings. I intend on reading more of his works. Blessings to you in all you do, Jen!
Jen,
ReplyDeleteLike you I also rated myself the same as before. I am a continuous work in progress and feel as though there is always room for improvement in my life. My biggest hurdle is my spiritual well-being. But I am working at my own pace also, in that area. Learning about that aspect of well-being was important for me personally.
Brandy
Jen,
ReplyDeleteI agree with you that it is almost impossible to make any significant change in such a short time frame. I also think it is extremely hare to make a change while you are in school and working. I see where I need to improve, but there is absolutely no time to work on it. At least I am at a place where I am happy with where I am. I do want to make improvements, but I am happy with where and who I am. That's gotta count for something.
Best of luck to you,
John