Well after all the exercise done both throughout the term and in seminar I only could relate to two of them the most. I have to admit that at first it was hard to concentrate with a person talking, but then I visualized that voice a just a mere beacon guiding me in the correct path. The first exercise we did in unit #3 still sits in my mind. I always knew that we never actually explore our minds full potential, but never really tried doing so myself. After that experience I was in awe, to think that I could control my bodies blood flow with just a thought sounded a bit weird at fist, but when I personally felt the the change in blood flow I was amazed. That particular exercise I would like to use on a stressful day where I can sit down, relax, and focus on something internal and drop my anxiety level. The second exercise I enjoyed was "Meeting Asciepius". I envisioned my mother who is well known for her wise words, her calming effect, and heart of gold. To feel that energy leap from her to me was impressive, but made really understand that I do carry these qualities as well I am her offspring. So why would I ever think I could never achieve it? Of course doubts, but if you really give it thought we all can attain these attributes it just takes time. Not everyone has the patience for it, but eventually we come to the realization that we all can do it. As for this exercise I would continue to use it as a learning tool, and what I mean is to learn from those warm feelings and those strong vibes. All in hopes of finding similar results with other practices.
Maite
Your are so right that we can all attain the attributes we have learned in this class, yet patience is required. Having patience for one's self is extremely important on our journey of integral health. The untrained human mind can be messy and unorganized. The more we use beneficial exercises to train our mind; the more we become confident in our own thoughts and actions. I had forgotten about the exercise in Unit 3. I enjoyed that one as well. Maybe I will go bookmark the page for later use;)
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I remember my first voice guided meditation. It was in a group with others which I did not mind until the guy across the room started snoring. That just made it hard for me to focus on the guide. I felt cheated of my relaxation hour and that just made me upset. I would like to think that today my mental focus is strong enough to do a group session. It takes practices to make the mind fit for such practices. I can only image the fitness of a meditating Buddhist Monk.
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