Unit 9 Blog

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.  As I mentioned earlier, cardio is a necessary over strength training therefore I need to get on the board with it.  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.  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 as well.  Meditating at any given moment of the day is another example of practice of personal health.  Drinking herbal teas such as chamomile, Earl Grey, and white tea twice a day with honey and 2 cookies for pure enjoyment.

Spiritual- Continue tithing, attending church twice a month, or watching Joel Olsteen on television or listening to the satellite radio broadcast.

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.