Of all the audio exercises we have done so far, I would have to say that this one has been the most enjoyable. I still think there is too much down time between instruction but I realize that is when we are to grasp the idea of the different mind levels. I have said this before, because this is an assignment, I don´t think that I totally let myself get lost in the exercise. If I did not have to provide feedback than I would listen a little different. I guess I should listen twice, once for the assignment and once for the benefit of what they are trying to get across. The reason that I liked this one the best so far is because this is something that we have all tried before, to silence the mind that is. I think by listening to this a couple of times per week and then lengthening the time like the guy suggested, I can see this being very productive. I am still trying to achieve the witnessing mind and this is the best exercise I have listened to yet in hopes of achieving this.
This is the order that I believe these three wellness's fall into. First is physical, then mental, then spiritual. If we do not have physical wellness then we cannot focus fully on mental wellness. By physical wellness, I don´t mean being the most fit person out there, I mean taking care of our body with the proper stimulation, proper rest, proper nutrients and being pain free. By reaching these we can then focus on our mental wellness and once we can train our mind to be a witnessing mind then we can reach our deeper conscious and then be open to what spirituality really is. I believe this is the order in how to obtain these but all three of these work together as one. The way this is manifested in my life is that I view myself on all three of these levels, although I have my strong points as well as my weak points, I know these three different wellness's are equal and bring me closer to having complete health and wellness from the inside out and not just in front of a mirror or what I try and tell myself.
Chad
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed this assignment better than the others too. I actually enjoyed the length of down time between instruction though, because I think with less talking it makes it easier to achieve the clearing of the mind. Plus my days are filled with chatter so I just enjoyed the down time period! I like your idea of listening twice. I didn't think about it that way, but I am going to go back and do it again to see if I get more benefit out of it. I don't think there is anyone out there who doesn't struggle with endless mind chatter. This is why I truly liked this exercise, because I believe it is basically universal. I believe we can all benefit from it.
Hello Chad!
ReplyDeleteYou really have a way with words! I agree with you that the exercise was a bit too long between narration but it was definitely the most relaxing exercise thus far. I also agree that it is hard to relax doing ANY assignment, even one that is designed to make a person relaxed. I also liked your view on wellness, it was spot on. All aspects of wellness are interconnected and one part cannot be separated from another; if one part of wellness is effected then there will be an affect on the other parts as well. A healthy body spawns a healthy mind and a healthy mind spawns a healthy spiritual level. This can happen in any order though. I think that taking care of the body is number one. A good feeling body runs better and can really help the mind become healthier. I feel, also, that poor care of the body also creates poor care for the mind. Thanks Chad.
Bradly Leis
Hello Chad,
ReplyDeleteI found this to be a good assignment myself as well, especially define spirtual wellness & how important it is for everyone to explore what they believe is their own sense of meaning and purpose. While different individuals may have different views of what spiritualism is, it is generally considered to be the search for meaning and purpose in human existence, leading one to strive for a state of harmony with oneself and others while working to balance inner needs with the rest of the world as is physical wellness by developing & exploring our own personal responsibility for our own health benefits.