Universal Loving-Kindness
This exercise was a little bit challenged for me. First I was difficult to relax because I had to keep going back to the book to read the phrases I was suppose to repeat. It is hard work, and the repetitions required memorization of the phrases. Sometimes is difficult to describe with words your feeling and emotions. I proffered the stillness and quietness, or the sound of the water.
Integral Assessment
Integral assessment provides an in-depth understanding of oneself inner conflicts, affections, and illnesses. It provides the opportunity to explore different areas such as physical, emotional, or interpersonal. (Dacher, 2006). This exercise is performed over several days or weeks. Focusing in the specific area or related quadrant that needs attention. We look at the interior/ exterior perspective of the problem.
With integral assessment I found out that I need to learn to relax. I’m always running and trying to do too many things at the same time. I want to practice relaxation techniques to reduce my levels of stress. Meditation is a way to eliminate the lack of balance caused by mental stress. By spending time in meditation, we create a calm haven to restore balance to our mental, and physical functioning. By spending time daily in meditation, we come in contact with a healing power within that can transform our lives and give us relief and solace for a happy life
Dacher, E. S. (2006) Integral Health: The Path to Human Flourishing. (p. 8). Laguna Beach, CA: Basic Health Publication, Inc.
Hi Maritza,
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed the exercise for universal loving-kindness. I too found myself referring back to the page over and over again. What was your thoughts on the phrase we were repeating. I make me feel good and believe that I can do this. It made me feel like it could be a start to changes for a better world if everyone practiced and believed. I hope you learn to relax more. I use to find myself trying to do too much in a small amount of time. Daily meditation would definitely help your. You should try to set aside the same time each day so you will have that time to look forward to, especially when you day was really hectic. Good luck with it.
Myra