I am definitely one of those people that really has to find that perfect time of day for meditation. At least for this exercise. I can see the power in this particular exercise and I really want to actualize the full benefit of mindfulness and spiritual wellness. I got caught up on picking the right mentor. I kept picturing Judy Dench (M from James Bond) and Helen Miren from RED. I'm not even that old and certainly not that grey. About half way through my active mind said "why didn't you focus on Christ?"
It certainly would have made more sense. That's what happens when I try to concentrate too hard after a trying 12 hour shift in the ED. I plan to practice this some more. Maybe I will have more success. I seem to have much better luck with clearing my head with deep breathing exercises. It is my goal to be a source of comfort and trust for my patients at work. I believe this exercise may be the key to achieving these goals.
To be successful in promoting health and wellness, we need to make examples of ourselves, otherwise, it's the blind leading the blind and everyone gets lost. The best practitioners practice what they preach. They not only become a credible and reliable support for their patients but for their peers as well. We all have an obligation to develop our health physically, psychologically and spiritually so that we possess the tools to help others in their journey to wellness.
A few moments a day spent in quiet reflection on my spiritual beliefs helps me to put life, in general, into perspective. Focusing on what it is I was meant to do on earth assists me in my spiritual and psychological growth.
Laurie
Laurie,
ReplyDeleteI had a very similar experience that you did with this exercise. I quite literally stressed over my choice of mentor for at least half the exercise, then began second guessing myself the rest of the time. I'm going to repeat this exercise with a set plan tomorrow and see if it goes any better. A similar thing happened with the Loving-Kindness exercise because I wasn't sure who to chose or send love to. After I had my plan of who I was going to think of before the exercise started it was much more successful for me. Good luck with your future growth!
Great post!
Lorena
Hello Laurie!
ReplyDeleteI too had a hard time trying to pick someone to focus on. Fortunately, I thought of Jesus shortly after the exercise began and it turned out to be one of my best meditation experiences. I also like the deep breathing exercise as it helps me to clear my head in other words get rid of the mental chatter. Good luck with you next meditation exercise!
Michelle