We are supposed to compare how we rated ourselves in Unit 3 and how we think we have improved. I rated myself about an 8, and I feel I'm pretty much still about there, but I am a work in progress. Life has brought me so many experiences, and has taught me so much. I am a life-long learner, and hope to continue to keep learning, and keeping an open mind about new concepts such as spending time meditating.
One area that I really wanted to improve is taking more time to just do nothing but read and pray more, which I am slowly getting to. In the middle of this term, I moved from one state to another, started a new (and very challenging) job, along with taking three classes. I don't fill my day with meaningless things, such as watching TV or shopping. So, with all that we have learned, I am happy to schedule more time to slow it down a bit, as my mind is just about in overload mode. I have really enjoyed all that I have learned in this class!
Cheers!
Rebecca :-)
Saturday, June 23, 2012
Tuesday, June 19, 2012
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?
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?
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.
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.
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?
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.
Monday, June 11, 2012
Unit 8
This week we are supposed to choose two of the types of exercises we like the most. I chose visualization and loving kindness. I found they are the easiest and most relatable exercises for me to do. I like the visualization because, when I get really stressed, I can stop and focus on a memory that helps me clear my mind. The loving kindness exercise is great because I should be able to use that exercise at all times, anywhere, putting it into a daily practice. Prayer is still my best form of meditation, and have been practicing that all of my life. Taking time for ourselves daily is really important, even though I will admit I don't do it enough. We are always a work in progress. It's the journey that counts.
Until next week, my friends!
Rebecca :-)
Until next week, my friends!
Rebecca :-)
Monday, June 4, 2012
Unit 7 Meeting Aesclepius
The exercise we did this week was very peaceful, especially when I have had a very long, difficult week. By imagining my grandmother rocking on her porch in front of the ocean, I felt I could imagine talking with her and listening to her tell me stories and teaching me her wisdom. Very, very peaceful indeed.
"One cannot lead another where one has not gone himself." I can't say that I truly believe wholly in this statement, as a lot of health care professionals have helped a lot of people in many ways, even if they have not gone through the same thing. But there is another side. When someone has been through the same thing we have been through, it is easier for us to relate with them and talk to them, even if they are a total stranger. Sometimes, just having someone to talk to is therapeutic. Keeping an open mind can help us put aside our personal feelings and open up to others.
Rebecca Ott
"One cannot lead another where one has not gone himself." I can't say that I truly believe wholly in this statement, as a lot of health care professionals have helped a lot of people in many ways, even if they have not gone through the same thing. But there is another side. When someone has been through the same thing we have been through, it is easier for us to relate with them and talk to them, even if they are a total stranger. Sometimes, just having someone to talk to is therapeutic. Keeping an open mind can help us put aside our personal feelings and open up to others.
Rebecca Ott
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