Over the course of the last eight weeks, I have learned some
great techniques, practices, and tools to help promote integral health. My journey is far from over and I am certain
all of the tools will come in handy at one point or another in the future. However, two have really made an impact on my
journey. The first is the Subtle Mind
practice. This is a practice I have incorporated
into my life on a planned basis, but I have also used it spur of the moment as
well. I utilize this tool in three
different ways. First, I use the subtle
mind practice to continue to train my mind.
It has helped me to have clarity and focus and though I still have work
to do, I can fell a difference in the way I handle situations. The second way I use the subtle mind practice
is to calm down. If I am in a stressful
situation or find myself overwhelmed, I stop and take a few minutes to utilize
this practice and it helps me restore the productive mind. Finally, I use the subtle mind practice for
relaxation or when I am having trouble sleeping. I will continue to use this practice
throughout my journey as I have mentioned above. The other tool I have not had as much experience
with, but it was impactful and something I know I will utilize in the
future. It is the human flourishing
visualization. Visualization is a
powerful tool because it helps you to see the result. It forces you to put yourself in the
situation and feel like you are experiencing the result. This tool will help me because it is a
motivator. I now have something to turn
to when I feel like I am falling off track or when I am struggling with what to
do next. The visualization exercise
walks me through remembering experiences in health, happiness, and wholeness so
that I can take those reminders and continue to work toward achieving them once
again.
Hello Deb,
ReplyDeleteWow! This is a great plan you have to continue to incorporate the practices we have used in class. I think the subtle mind is a great form of meditation practice as well. It is a great tool for bringing an individual back to their center if it is off track. The experiences and techniques I have had and learned with these practices over the past eight weeks have been great and unexpected. I think I have really expanded the power of the meditation practice since taking this class. The visualization for me needs more work. I do plan on continuing to practice indefinitely. Good luck to you on the path to human flourishing!
Deb,
ReplyDeleteI think its great you can use the subtle mind exercises to help you fall asleep. I actually think its funy as I often fall asleep while trying to practice my meditation. Maybe I shouldnt do it before bed...But its great that you find it so relaxing. Keep working at it.