The subtle mind exercise was very enlightening and very deep
with insightfulness on how to let go of thoughts, feelings, and images to feel
the calmness and peace that is still in your mind. The breathing in and out
helped me to focus better through the exercise. Every time my mind would wonder
I would get it back to calmness with my breathing and the thoughts, feelings,
and images would dissolve away. It was very much similar toward the loving-kindness
exercise as with breathing in something of the past and breathing out peace for
yourself and someone else. I feel I benefited from this exercise by breathing
through what was heavy in my mind to calmness and peacefulness.
I see that spiritual wellness to mental and physical
wellness is vitally important for anyone to experience human flourishing. It is
important there is a spiritual connection to a higher power through meditation
and prayer. This helps the mental and physical aspect of someone’s life. Also,
proper nutrition and exercise are important for the body to experience physical
and mental wellness. However, the body,
mind, and soul are affected from a higher power connection; therefore, a spiritual
connection can relieve someone from various illnesses and stresses of life.
In my personal life the connection is manifested by allowing
me to experience calmness, peace, forgiveness, and to become more patient with
others as well as with myself. It makes me more aware and I have more
appreciation too.
I also found the subtle mind to be enlightening. I feel we both got a positive response from this exercise. I found it very difficult to let go of my thoughts. Its something I've struggled with for many years. I am starting to see the importance of letting those thoughts and feelings go, to come back to a healthier state of mind. I feel at times with all the government regulations with church and school, that we are setting the tone to our future generations that those beliefs/morals aren't important. Its unfortunate prayer can't be back in schools to help guide our children in a more respectible path.
ReplyDeleteThanks for your post! Great job!
Barb Engel
Thanks Barb, I struggle at times with thoughts too, but this seems to help.
DeleteI agree with you Scott in regards to the body, mind, and soul being affected from a higher power connection; therefore, a spiritual connection can relieve someone from various illnesses and stresses of life. I love both prayers and meditation, but if I had only one choice, I will take prayer. I have witnessed first hand the power of prayers and I am a believer in prayers.
ReplyDeleteCaroline Mckinstry
Thanks Caroline, I am a firm believer in prayers too.
DeleteI agree with you Scott, I was able to let go off thoughts and images when my mind began to wonder. I would begin to focus on my breathing when I became distracted with my thoughts. This exercise has also enhanced my prayer life because I know how to clear my mind.
ReplyDeleteI feel the same way, this exercise was very helpful to clear the mind and bring calmness.
DeleteI think that it is awesome that you were able to have a positive experience with the exercise. I found it more challenging to let go of all my thoughts and really focus on my breathing and clearing my mind. I think that just shows that I need more practice.
ReplyDeleteStuart Baxter
Exactly Stuart, in time and with more practice you will get there I am sure, thanks!
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