Unit 9 Project

Unit 9 Project:

                  I.            Introduction:
Why is it important for health and wellness professionals to develop psychologically, spiritually and physically? What areas do you need to develop to achieve the goals you have for yourself?

We need to be grounded and relatable to our peers and patients.  This brings understanding and patience.  I need to develop the consistency in spending time meditating daily.  I am so busy that I find it hard to find time just to breath.

                II.            Assessment:
How have you assessed your health in each domain? How do you score your wellness spiritually, physically, and psychologically?

I have tried to spend time talking with my husband about the areas that he sees in my where I can improve, along with those areas that I know I am lacking, such as spending time in a quiet place focusing.  I feel I am only a work in progress in my spiritual life, and that will always be the case.  I always try to be close to God in prayer and my daily walk.  I try to eat better and feed my mind only “good” stuff, which means very little TV time and media exposure.

               III.            Goal development:
List at least one goal you have for yourself in each area, Physical, Psychological (mental health) and Spiritual.

In the physical, I am trying to set aside time to work out daily – at least ½ hour.  For the psychological, I am reading more to improve my self-esteem.  For my spiritual, I am focusing on more quiet time for prayer.

              IV.            Practices for personal health:
What strategies can you implement to foster growth in each of the following domains; Physical, Psychological, and Spiritual. Provide at least two examples of exercises or practices in each domain. Explain how you will implement each example.

Physical:  write down my goals and look at them daily, putting a plan into action, such as working out and eating right.  Psychological:  spending time to focus on my inner-self by reading and talking issues through with my mentors.  Spiritual:  writing down what my goals are and praying through them each day.

               V.            Commitment:
How will you assess your progress or lack of progress in the next six months? What strategies can you use to assist in maintaining your long-term practices for health and wellness?

I have logged a goal board to bite off the goal in bite-size pieces that are reachable and attainable.  When I reach those goals, I will give myself a small reward.  My husband also knows what I want and he is a great encourager.