Unit 3: Reflection

Hello everyone – for this week’s blog assignment, I am to reflect on my own personal wellness (physically, psychologically, and spiritually). Using the rating scale of 1-10, with ten being optimal well-being.

First, I would like to apologize for my late blog entry; I have been very ill with pneumonia.

Second, I am going to go out on limb here and answer these questions although, I am not comfortable doing so. I think the exercise itself is great, but it is very personal and not something, I am eager to share.

Here goes…..

In terms of my physical well-being, I would rate it a six. I have had numerous health obstacles in last several years, which I am dealing with, as well as back surgeries due to an accident, which cut my very active lifestyle down to bits. The goal I have set in this area is to continue with physical therapy and to add fifteen minutes to my stretching routine at home.

In terms of psychological well-being, I would rate it a seven. I have been a bit a down and have an overwhelming amount of stress in my life at this time (like many, I am sure). My goal for this area is to continue focusing on my mind training and to start a journal. I have found journaling and writing poetry to be helpful in the past and I think now would be a great time to get back into it. My goal is to journal at least once a day.

In terms of my spiritual well being, I would rate it an eight. I am strong in my spiritual beliefs. My goal in this area is to focus on spending more quiet time/ reflection time, and even a little more time in prayer. My aim is to start with adding an additional 10 minutes each day for the next 30 days.

Now, I will describe my experience with the crime of the century exercise. As I began this exercise, I was glad to hear the same man’s soothing voice, as he began discussing the prism. However, the soothing voice did not last long because I was having violent coughing episodes (due to pneumonia) and trying to do the deep breathing was only making things worse. Thus, I could not even begin to relax or focus. I did listen to the entire exercise, but to see if it is beneficial for me, I will have to try it again, once I am feeling better.

Thank you,

~Bridgett

Unit 2 - Relaxation

Hello everyone,

I am going to touch on my experience with the ‘Journey of relaxation’ exercise. The first time I started this exercise, maybe a minute or so in, my phone went off, oops, that will not work. So, I gave it a try later that night, when my son was asleep and I could turn of all distractions. I was surprised at how soothing and relaxing the man’s voice was. It took a minute or two for my mind to slow down and focus on what he was saying, but when it did, wow! I could not believe how relaxed, heavy, and warm, my arms felt. Upon completing the exercise, I felt relaxed, but refreshed. I could not believe the tension that was released in my shoulders and down my arms. I have fibromyalgia, and this was the most beneficial relaxation techniques, I have tried thus far.

Looking forward to reading about your experiences with this exercise.

All the best,

~Bridgett

Hello all,

Welcome to my blog! I am a blogger newbie, but I am excited to try it. My name is Bridgett Harland, I am a single mom, to my wonderful, Zach. Zach has Asperger’s disorder, ADHD, dysgraphia, and mild CP. There are many challenges we face together each day, but the joy and love he brings me, far out shadows the challenges. In addition, to being mom, I work in sales, and attend school full-time. I am nearing the home stretch, as I will graduate in June 2013, with my BS in health science.

Look forward to reading all your blogs and hope everyone is having a great weekend!
~Bridgett