In chapter three, I rated myself an 8-9 in psychological, a 4-5 in physical and a 5-6 in spiritual. When we did the last assignment, I had rated myself an 8 in psychological, a 5 in physical and a 5 in spiritual. So you see, these really have not changed much, I was just more certain when I rated myself this last time than I was in the Reflections post for Unit 3. I think this is because I know I have a long way to go still to see any major changes or improvements, but at least now I know where the improvements are needed and how to get them accomplished.
I have at least made progress in each area in the goals I have set for myself. I have started going back to church, started practicing the meditation exercises more frequently, and started physical therapy on my back in order to be able to increase my physical well being. I have also implemented the activities in each area that I chose for my well being as I just described above. The only goal I have not started as of yet is the exercise for my physical, as I am just not physically able to accomplish that yet, but I get closer every day.
I believe I have developed an improved well being, physical as well as psychological. The meditation exercises have been rewarding, as well as hearing other students ideas and suggestions of different approaches and other things to try when something is not working for me. Everyone is very encouraging and supportive and that has made the course very enjoyable. The difficult part for me was the beginning as we all know how I felt when we started out. I was kind of narrow minded when it came to all of the mental aspects of this course. I no longer feel that way, as I have truly been converted. This experience will help me assist others as I have seen the light on the other side of the spectrum, and can now tell others that I work with and treat an honest opinion and give them honest guidance about other ways of treating them, and different not so traditional approaches they can also try. It is easier to show someone when you have been there yourself, especially when you were a skeptic and are now a believer.
Good Afternoon Jenn
ReplyDeleteIt is nothing like experience to help us to really be able to share with others and to reach our personal goals. You seem to have a determination to move forward and grow and that in itself is a great thing....I agree that we had a great class and great classmates.. Support is so important....
Great meeting you...
Jamillah
Hi Jenn,
ReplyDeleteThat is really an honest assessment in your progress of this course. I feel very much the same way as you. I do realize more what my strengths and weaknesses are and know more where to focus. I think that is the main emphasis I gleaned from this course. I also agree with your point that by being aware and practicing these principles that it will make us better at helping and guiding others if we plan to do it.
Good luck to you and I hope to see you in future classes.
Karin
Your reflections appear to have given you an honest and profound assessment of your life's perspective on personal development. You started this course as a skeptic and you are leaving with an open-mind. We have both acknowledged to ourselves that experience is a good teacher; the learnt will guide our endeavors, and help us to be good people. I wish you the best.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the support everyone! I really do think we should all continue with our blogs so we can keep track and continue to supporrt each other throughout.
ReplyDeleteJenn
HI Jenn,
ReplyDeleteYou are real and that's what most people can't be with themselves because it hurts to much to see our true selves. Most of us are in denial and biased but you are real and honest and thats how your going to succeed with your goals and making the best possible person you can be for you and for those around you. I wish you the best of luck in implementing your goals in your life. Your awesome and your unique, there isn't anything you can't do.
Take care,
Rox