Blog for unit 3

An awareness of strengths and weaknesses are important on this journey and the first step is the commitment to change.
A. In reflecting the level of wellness physically I would say I am at about a 6. I eat a very healthy diet with very little processed foods or sugar. My diet consists of mostly organic, whole, GMO free foods. I am active in my job and I walk 2 miles at least 5 times per week. The activity I can add is increasing the intensity level of exercise to reach a more desired level of fitness.
B. Spiritual wellbeing I would also rate a 6. I had begun this process before this class as I was meditating and attending church more often as well as getting involved by volunteering to help those less fortunate. The activity I want to do for this is to act with loving kindness, first to myself by not being so critical of myself. If I wouldn't think it about someone else I shouldn't think it about myself. I will also continue with the loving kindness through prayer and continuing to help those less fortunate.
C. Psychological wellbeing I would rate at a 6 as stress plays a larger role in my life than necessary. The activity for this one is to act with intent. Not allowing shifting mental thoughts to control my attention. I want to practice the skillful action and stop to think before I react to a situation or thought. It can also keep me in the present moment enjoying life, each precious second of it. Meditation is something I have started and am working on to stay in the moment and not let my thoughts wander.

The relaxation exercise was better than the first one, however I found it hard to picture someone so that was a little frustrating as I kept trying to picture someone as the exercise continued. It was good that it made me see the strengths I already have.

Relaxation

The relaxation exercise was a struggle for me. I do know that they can work because in the past I had migraines and would learn to picture the pain moving from my head down though my body and out. At this particular time I feel it will take me some practice to get my mind focused. My first thought was that the voice reminded me of a skit from Saturday Night Live. I tried to refocus and do what was asked but mind would start thinking of all the things I needed to get accomplished today. This alone tells me that I need to focus a little more on relaxation to reduce stress in this fast paced world we live in. I tried again this evening and it worked much better for me. I could feel the warmth but not really the heaviness and still had to work to keep my mind in the present moment. At the end I felt a little more relaxed but not really energized. It is certainly something that is worth working on.

First Post Ever!!

Hi everyone! This is my first advernture into blogging and I am looking forward to sharing this journey in health and wellness.