Subtle Mind

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Last week’s exercise of Loving-Kindness focused on a loved one. At the time I had a family member in the hospital and found the exercise very beneficial. After doing the Subtle mind exercise I had to bring my mind back to my breath often but I experienced the image and how my mind let the image go.  I had an epiphany about how this works in our day to day life; experience the situation and let it go. Practicing these exercises it will become natural for my mind to let things go; a lot of our stress comes from what we hold on to.  I have yet to discipline myself enough to incorporate these exercises into my daily life. However, this week’s reading and discussion of using my physical fitness regimen to foster a mental or spiritual workout made me realize I am already a disciplined runner so I could begin by placing my attention on my breath while I run.

Michelle

Mental Workouts!

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Once more, I felt relaxed in doing this exercise! It gave me time to think and focus on a family member who is currently in the hospital so therefore, I found it beneficial. I would recommend all the exercises within this class thus far as they require devoting time each day for practice similar to physical exercise plus with its own rewards; development of a better mental clarity. And so, I plan to implement these mental workouts into my daily schedule by devoting 15 minutes each morning for practice.

Michelle

Reflections

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Physical well-being 8 – I am a runner, during the winter months I run to maintain since I do not care for the cold weather. My goal here is to run harder and longer in the spring to prepare for the Marine Corps Marathon in Washington D.C. this coming fall.

Spiritual well-being 6 – I need to devote more time and focus to this area of my life by setting aside time each day to reading the Bible and practicing my breath.

Psychological well-being 8 – My physical and spiritual are not where they could be so I believe this affects this area of my well-being.

Enjoyed listening to “The Crime of the Century” as it was relaxing and gave me the opportunity to work on focusing and my breath!

Reflection

Hello Classmates!

I personally enjoyed the music that was playing during the relaxation exercise and found the instructors voice to be soothing. And yet, I did not reach my full potential of relaxation. But, I do believe if I can use my energy outward to push a heavy box or run long distances I can use this same energy inward to improve my health and wellness! Maybe next time!!

Michelle