It
is important for health and wellness professional to develop psychologically to
ensure high self-esteem about self-prior to working with others. Everyone is a reflection of someone else
whether we believe it or not. If this
was not true, we would not show envy or try to emulate another. Spiritual development is needed in life. This is a sacred bond between self, others,
and a higher power (God, etc...). Having
spiritual maturity will allow you to work well with others in addition to
encouraging others to seek you out based on the respect shown towards
others. Developing physically is
intertwined with psychological and spiritual development. Having a strong base of the first two
encourages a stronger body physically.
You will begin to have the need of walking taller, becoming a role-model
for family and others alike.
I
need to focus on cardio more than anything else. Strength wise I am content with the look
physically yet the heart which is a muscle needs to be exercised more times
than it should. At this stage of my
life, I realize the need of being the center of attention and proving self
(ego) is no longer a necessity. I have a
loving partner who shares my vision and vice versa. There is no need for drama as the thrill
seeker in self is no longer needed (ego).
I am in a safe place in life and living in the now.
I
would assess health in each domain at a 10 for the highest number except for
the physical section which will be at a 9.
This is two points higher than assessing this during Unit 3. The changes made are from maturating as a
whole person and recognizing the importance of appreciating life and earning
the rewards. As I mentioned earlier,
cardio is a necessary over strength training therefore I need to get on the
board with it. I cannot use the excuse about the weather being too cold. Living back East, I would frequent the gym 5
days a week without hesitation. Now that
I am older, the priority of working out has slipped down quite a few
spots. This is due to working out 7 days
a week in the past sometimes 2x a day.
It was fun because ego was the driving force behind it. I wanted to look good and be the center of
attention. It was also another way of
selling self as a product. My body was
the product. This was a way of showing people I was capable and knowledgeable
of working with them. As time went on, I
met a co-worker who is now a good friend.
She wanted to look like me therefore she became a workout partner. This was fun and the training intensity began
to increase. I also trained with two
older men who were 58 and 63 at the time.
Working with the two of them motivated me more as I saw the benefits of weight
training at an older age. I liked the
look and enjoy the endorphin rush as well of lifting weights. My ultimate goal was to look like Arnold but
naturally. One day I realized that
fantasy was not going to happen. I
eventually cut back on the training and focused the energy intensity elsewhere.
I realize and understand there is more to life than exercising like a maniac. The reality is I am at a place of contentment
with all aspects of each domain. I have
an understanding about each domain which serves its purpose. I do not need to conform to the normality of
others doing things “by the book”.
A
physical goal for me is to visit the gym more to train the heart muscle. This is a necessity. A goal I have psychologically is to continue
understanding that the chatter inside the mind is exactly that (most of the
time). This is helps dig through the
“clutter” in order to reach the calm-abiding mind. Another mental goal is to continue reading
self-help books that provide positive feedback/reinforcements about life. I am not afraid to seek this type of advice
any longer. Lastly a spiritual goal is
to continue tithing. Since I began to
tithe, our prosperity basket has been filling up quite nicely. It is also teaching me not to worry about
money and to look at things from a different perspective as the subject of
money arises. The fear of not having it
has diminished quite significantly.
Physical-
Continue working out with a trainer with a kettle bell and go to the gym for 20
minutes of cardio a couple days a week or jump rope for 20 minutes in front of
the house. Perhaps purchase a bicycle
and begin riding again. After receiving
one on one bowling coaching this coming weekend, I will go back to practicing
3-5 games a day. I do not wish to burn
out knowing league is at night in addition to making sure the practice sessions
are beneficial. I could possibly begin a walking regimen as well. The weather here in California is Spring-like
during the day yet boredom will set in quickly.
I was recently thinking about visiting another In-Shape location or
visiting another gym to work out in all together. A change in scenery seems to spark up
motivation especially if the machines are worthwhile. Drinking herbal teas such as chamomile, Earl
Grey, and white tea twice a day with honey and 2 cookies for pure enjoyment.
Psychological-
Continue reading books containing positive affirmations and ways of thinking
outside of the box in a positive manner is one way of maintaining practice to
keep the mind mentally fresh and strong.
I used to mock self-help books and the authors who wrote them until an
experience that sent me tumbling down the rabbit hole changed that. Meditating at any given moment of the day is
another example of practice of personal health.
Telling self the excessive outrage thoughts and voices going on in the
mind is clutter. It is my way of going
through it in order to find the calm-abiding mind. As I would listen to the voices upstairs, I
would question what was said. I know I
would not have said half of those things to begin it. This began the journey of telling myself the
erratic thoughts and outrage bursts of anger were clutter. Do not believe any of it and do not feel
resentment towards those thoughts. The ego
knows that self knows the game plan and it is beginning to resist with mind
tricks of its own. Fascinating this occurrence
goes on every day inside the mind of people.
I will continue to listen to
relaxing music which helps with concentration, focus and relaxation. I cannot begin to tell you the sound of
chimes, flutes, and other instruments used to keep the mind peaceful should be
experienced by everyone every day.
Humans would be much more calm and easier to deal with. Brash decision making would not occur and
life itself would be more harmonious. Drinking
herbal teas such as chamomile, Earl Grey, and white tea twice a day with honey
and 2 cookies for pure enjoyment is another way I will maintain a strong
psychological and positive bond with self.
There is nothing more soothing than having a cup of tea and homemade
cookies.
Spiritual-
Continue tithing, attending church twice a month, or watching Joel Osteen on
television or listening to the satellite radio broadcast. I have learned people show bias towards a
certain person(s) or actions because subconsciously they do not wish to turn
out like the particular individual or fear of performing the action
themselves. I showed bias towards people
who drank alcohol because my father drank too much. I also did not wish to smoke knowing the
damage and pain it caused my mother. I
decided to consume alcohol as a way of “not fearing the action”. This was a great step for me
psychologically. I am in control and if
it gets out of hand, I can say no. I also
would like to smoke a cigar. I have not
been able to step across that line yet.
I enjoy the smell of certain ones and I am sure the taste of a really
fine quality cigar is exquisite. That is
enjoying life and its offerings.
The
commitment to self over the next six months is crucial as graduation is within
the same time span. The goal is to
finish the last two classes averaging 85 or better, pass the Capstone after
that with the same score, and walk across the stage with my cap and gown on
receiving my Bachelor’s degree in front of friends and family. Another commitment is to continue working on
my bowling game. I found a vital piece
of information out over the weekend while competing in a tournament. This information will propel me higher than
before as a professional bowler. I will
continue to exercise and drink tea. I
will enjoy alcohol in moderation. I will
surround self with positive influences and people. I will see every negative as a positive
knowing something greater and better is out there. I will enjoy living in the now and not
worry. I will continue to learn to let
go of the past; if the situation from back then was meant to blossom anew,
allow the universe to reveal it to me.
