Subtle mind exercise from Unit 6 was a favorite as it has to do with deep diaphragm breathing. When the breathing becomes stable and deep, it exercises the lungs and sends oxygen throughout the body including the brain. The brain is able to relax and think clearly and become stable. Muscle tension is able to relax. There is a serenity that occurs.
The second meditation practice was the Aesculapius visualization done in Unit 7 and 8. The directions were to visualize someone we loved, which was easy to do. Closing the eyes, relaxing and thinking of the person expanded the consciousness. The concentrated focus on a loved one brought together the psychospiritual, biological, interpersonal and worldly life together.
These 2 types of meditation are easy to teach and a person can do them anywhere. The practices can be done in short or long duration. In the professional life, working with a person who is trying to lose weight, breathing exercise can help a person relax instead of binge eating from stress. This changes a negative habit into a positive routine. In addition, the visualization will aid in a person seeing themselves in a healthier state. Visualizing being able to walk along a beach can inspire a person into action. Weight loss is more than just losing pounds; it is learning a healthier way to eat and live.
For my personal life, subtle mind exercise will increase my awareness and expand the conscious. Not only will I benefit, but my family as well as I will act instead of react. Deep breathing also will help with my lung condition. Visualization keeps many beautiful parts of my life in the forefront of my brain. Positive thinking will improve the health; physically, mentally, and spiritually.
Deb C
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