Unit 5 Blog

1. Compare and contrast the Loving Kindness exercise and the Subtle mind exercise. Explain your experience including the benefits, frustrations etc.

There was one major difference between the 2 exercises, and that was in the Subtle mind exercise

I was able to just focus on relaxation or breathing. This is a very command practice for me, so it is very easy for me to zone out while deep breathing. I actually get to that point very quickly with no really outside interference. Last weeks practice was good for learning how to let go of stress, and stressful situation. This week I think is better suited for rebooting your psyche, and starting over fresh after a long week.

 

2. Discuss the connection of the spiritual wellness to mental and physical wellness. Explain how the connection is manifested in your personal life.

 

For me it is simple for me to be complete my mind, body and spirit have to work together. If one is lacking the entire system has an imbalance, and will eventually lead to some type of ailment. If a person is suffering from a mental ailment it is possible for them to seek council from someone like a priest, or a pastor for spiritual guidance, and in many cases this has been the starting point for their individual healing. For me personally when I had my knee injury, and the doctors told me I might never walk right, or even run I prayed daily, and believed strongly in the power of my own body's healing abilities, not only did I heal, but I healed 3 months ahead of schedule.