This time around, the loving-kindness meditation was not as challenging for me as the first time. A huge difference was my perception about taking in other people’s suffering. My approach was much more compassionate tand because I reconciled my position on the matter, I was able to approach it from an open space and with loving-kindness…go figure!
The subtle mind meditation was very interesting this time around as well. I notice that I’m starting to see faces that I can’t quite make out. I remain focused and observant on the faces, but nothing is conclusive to me other that the overwhelming feel of being loved and looked after.
The integral assessment exercise was a confirmation of what I already knew. The exercise was fun though. I’ve done similar work before where one goes within to find the answers to the questions that way heavy on our minds. The area that I need to work on the most at this time is Biological. I also need development on fitness, nutrition and self-regulation equally. The area that came up for healing was the same, Biological. What also came up for me was the fact that I had the knowledge and ability to make major strides in this area; however, I need to implement self-regulation more stringently. I also received a clear message about the importance of pausing before making choices that are keeping me from moving forward in this area and ask myself if what I’m choosing to do is in my best interest.
Overall, the exercise was insightful and helped me further understand what’s going on in my headJ
Namaste and Happy Holidays to all!
John
Hello John, You made me laugh. Your experience with the medation practices just goes to show that the practice can help. It seems as though you have a good grip of what you need to work on to integrate integral health into you life. Nurutring the biological aspects of health can be so dynamic and exciting. It just takes a behavior modification plan that is flexible and will grow with you! Good luck
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ReplyDeleteI am glad that you were able to pin point what you needed to work on. The biological aspect can be easy but as you said having to self-regulate the food and motivating yourself to participate in physical activity can be difficult. I know for myself the exercising is not as hard as the eating aspect. For me, I love to eat, especially sweets. This could be something that I could work on as well. I will join you on this biological quest and see if we can get through the holidays :)
Hi John,
ReplyDeleteWOW you are making a lot of headway with the loving kindness meditation exercise. I would love to get there. This inspires me to do this more often. Thank you!
Reinna
Thank you all for your feedback! Happy Holidays!!!
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