Spiritual, mental and physical wellness

1.    Compare and contrast the Loving Kindness exercise and the Subtle mind exercise. Explain your experience including the benefits, frustrations etc.

Both exercises were calming. I enjoyed the controlled breathing and the relaxation of them.  The loving kindness exercise was a bit emotional for me.  I felt all the loving kindness feelings but when I thought of someone in pain/need I started to cry instantly.  I gained control with the breathing and was able to get through it and come out feeling calm. The subtle mind exercise, I really liked.  I had a calmng effect on me. I was able to freely let thoughts flow in and out.  I did not feel the need to control them.

2.    Discuss the connection of the spiritual wellness to mental and physical wellness. Explain how the connection is manifested in your personal life.

I have read that out mind, body and spirit are all connected and that we must balance them in order to achieve wellness. This is referred to as the transformative process.  I am experiencing this myself; I have been attempting yoga and meditation.  I find it very relaxing. I have wanted to try this for a long time and this course has given me that extra push to try it. 

Dacher, E. S. (2006). Integral health: The path to human flourishing. Basic Health Publications