When I look at things in my life and try to rate where things are, I never seem to answer with complete honesty, I always under-rate where I am at. However, I am truly going to try and give an honest rating of where I am.
Physical- 7. I work out almost everyday and for the most part I eat healthy. I have lost 30 lbs. in the last year and although I would like to lose a few more pounds I am healthy.
spiritual- 5. I started going back to church last year off and on and now I am going every week and have started to take an active role in the church and in my life. I am a Christian and have started to really look at what that means for my life. I have just started on my journey and I have a way to go on my journey.
psychological- I am not sure where to rate myself. I tend to let things stress me out and I could make many improvements in this area. I would say I am lower on the scale.
Goals:
physical: Continue to work out everyday and begin to up the amount that I am working out. I would like to train to run a half marathon. I am hoping that next year I will be able to participate in one.
spiritual: Read the Bible everyday. I want to reach a deeper understanding of my faith and I would like for this to carry over into my life on a larger level, reaching every aspect of my life.
psychological: Stress Reduction! I have tried Yoga before and did enjoy it so it is something that I would not mind doing everyday.
Activities:
Physical: Running! I run a mile to two miles. I need to continue this and up the amount that I run.
Spiritual: Schedule time to read the Bible and to study my faith.
Psychological: Yoga or some other relaxation exercise.
I have enjoyed the relaxation techniques and the different activities that we have listened to. However, I do not think I would like doing this everyday. When I relax I like to have quiet or soft music. I would rather sit still and watch outside or go for a walk then to listen to the relaxation methods. I think these things are ok to do once in awhile but not everyday.
Hi Nicole,
ReplyDeleteYou have really done a great job analyzing your goals and situations.
I admire your honesty in the psychological area. I always feel that I am not quite sure where I am psychologically. How do we measure that anyway? In many journeys we are always to be "seeking" more, like spiritually and physically, so maybe we equate that to not being satifsfied. This reflects on our pyschological feelings of wellness. I feel much the same as you. Thanks for sharing.
Karin
Good morning, Nicole,
ReplyDeleteYou did a great job on this. Very honest and straightforward. Your activities match your goals and they don't appear to be too overwhelming. I particularly admire how you want to explore how your religion influences you as a person. I am not a religious person but I consider myself spiritual. It has been my experience many will say they are of one religion but often times, they cannot say what that really means to them. Good luck with everything. I always looks forward to learning from you and reading what you have to contribute.
Hello Nicole,
ReplyDeleteGreat goals and reflections. My goal is to try and work out more. I really need to find the time in the day to get this done. Congratulations on losing 30 lbs. That is a great achievement. Hopefully I get there soon. I actually tend to manage my stress very well. What relives my stress is doing something that I enjoy. For me, listening to music tends to help with my stress, or working out. Yoga is a lot another great way to reduce stress because it relaxes you. Nice nature walks are another good way. I guess it all depends on the person and what your interested in. Good luck :)
Jamie