I discovered that flourishing is a life-long personal journey that must be modified from time to time as we develop and grow. I need to grow and develop in long-term flourishing and not immediate pleasure. I have found myself getting impatient due to past circumstances and situation in my life. Some of the exercises that will help me flourish in this area is Meditation. Meditation can train my mind to focus my bright successful future and not my past. Also physical exercises like running, yoga, aerobics and nutritional therapies will foster greater wellness in this area.
Dacher, Elliott. (2006). Integral Health: The Path to Human Flourishing.
The integral Assessment.
Chapter 11. Page 105. Basic Health Publications.
Juanita,
ReplyDeleteI like the perspective you took on pain and suffering. I completely agree that they can be a good thing. I think in the time of them happening though, we forget to see the whole picture. I know that some of the suffering I have endured with and through family members, has definately led me down the path of nursing. It is strange too, to be able to look back and see those moments which can change your life. I think meditation is a perfect way to be able to train your mind. You will have to keep us posted on how it goes for you and on any good tips you might find along the way!
Hello Juanita,
ReplyDeleteIt took me a little while to get the words correct for this weeks exercise. Once I got them right and started to relax, I can actually say I felt the pain and suffering of others and started asking myself how I could help them in someway. I don't usually feel the pain and suffering of others, so this was an uplifting feeling for me.
I totally agree with you on this flourishing thing being a life-long journey to develop and grow the mind-body-spirit. I never thought about meditation until I took this class and now I meditate about three times a week just de-stress.