Introduction
It
is critical for health and wellness professionals to advance in all the regions
of integral health – psychological, spiritual, and physical – since one can
just lead were (s)he has been. According
to Dacher, it is imperative to take the excursion ourselves to take others into
a comparative path. If we don't
verifiably comprehend and join these practices into our lives for complete
wellness, we can't be an illustration to others in any way or form. With this as a primary concern, with a
specific end goal to wind up without a doubt professionals of a more extensive
health, it is basic we start with our life.
We can just take in so much from books and other learning materials,
nonetheless, to be integral professionals it is necessary to encounter the
impacts of a constantly developing psychological, spiritual and physical
wholeness keeping in mind the end goal to grasp the conceivable outcomes of
human flourishing (2006).
As
a health and wellness professional, I must think about the imperativeness in my
improvement physically, mentally, and psychologically, by achieving ceaseless
information in integral health and healing to ease unnecessary suffering. As the truism goes, “There’s always room for
improvement – no matter how far we have come.”
It is necessary that I first start with my inner self so I can expand my
cognizance: I will constantly educate
myself in health and wellness, since this is the area I have to develop to be
quite compelling both for my well-being and my patients/clients.
Assessment
I
know beyond a shadow of a doubt that each of these areas is extremely vital for
my generally health; subsequently I have to give careful consideration to every
one so as to alleviate unnecessary suffering and promote human
flourishing. Throughout this course, I
have comprehended that dealing with the physical body is only one part of
creating an entire sense of wholeness. Physically,
I might now rate my physical well-being 9 to 9 1/2 since no one is impeccable and
there are constant opportunities to get better.
For two decades now I've been consuming a well-balanced diet
incorporating exercises consistently.
Taking forethought of one's self physically helps one step healthier and
likewise is of incredible example for others to accompany. Psychologically, I might rate myself an
8. The explanation for why is since
before this course I under estimate how powerful the mind truly is. However, throughout this course and the
activities that I was asked to practice have opened my mind and has led me to
new heights. Mentally, I am more focused
in light of the meditation practices I have consolidated in my life. This self-awareness and inner peace have been
a stepping stone towards my confidence and self-esteem. I know to keep on flourishing into integral
health I additionally need to keep on improving as time passes by. Spiritually, I might likewise rate myself an
eight, I decidedly accept in the "Super-being" and by continually "Chanting"
as the day progresses has supported me throughout my entire life in all that I
do. This Higher Power or the Ultimate
has been my guide, protection, light, and source at whatever point the time
emerges. I conclude this Power had lead
me on this earth for a serious reason – to help others like myself live a healthful, happier, longer, flourishing life.
Goal
Development
Physical
– I have to keep on caring for my body in a significant manner. To accomplish this, I have to keep on
consuming healthful foods which incorporates a balanced-diet regularly of
course. Equally significant, physical
activities are likewise an absolute necessity.
Psychological (Mental health)
– I have to continue to learn in new approaches to manage stress and learn in
new breathing and stress methods. That
said, I have to keep on replacing exasperating and negative emotions, for
example, confusion, hatred, doubt, and resentment with positive and fulfilling
feelings, for example, happiness, patience, loving-kindness. By doing this, I can continue on the path
towards human flourishing.
Spiritual
– I have to keep on learning and understanding more wisdom in regards to the
different meaningful teachings. I think
they are extremely imperative in their one of a kind contrasts and
similitudes. Also, I have to keep on seeking
the "Ultimate" one with a specific end goal to keep on receiving an
inner peace and live a more straightforward and compelling life that will be
exemplifying to others.
Practice
for Personal Health
Physical
Wellness:
Exercise-daily workouts 20 – 30 minutes; utilize the steps at work or other
building I go as opposed to utilizing the elevators, and brisk walking 30
minutes throughout the warmer months.
Breathing
– designate a peaceful area in my home in the study room and practice a couple
of relaxation movements like yoga that helps me breathe and stretch better
whilst I take profound and moderate breaths as I inhale and exhale. This I can consolidate in my practice first
thing in the morning before going about my everyday tasks.
Psychological wellness:
Meditation, Visualizations, deep breathing activities are some of the tools I
use to help me balance my life. I will
keep on practicing the meditation exercises posted in Doc-sharing last thing
before going to bed. Also, I have begun
listening to symphony music that is very relaxing and contemplative to further
improve my psychological well-being throughout the course of my life.
Spiritual wellness:
I can keep on fostering my spirituality existence by seeing others as one of a
kind and exceptional as I see myself or how I visualize the
"Ultimate" one. Moreover, keep
on seeking the "Higher Power" to help me in my day by day attempts
that I experience all around my life. I
will dependably look inwardly keeping in mind the end goal to keep on growing and
be an improved person both inwardly and outwardly.
Commitment
Taking
one step at a time will in the end lead me to accomplishing the goals that I
have set for myself from the commencement of this course. With a specific end goal to adequately
accomplish my goals to acquire optimal health and experience human flourishing,
I will keep track of my progress in a journal.
By doing this, I'll have the ability to stay on track on my day by day
exercises, subsequently, if certain levels appear to be lower than others, I
can execute new forms that can encourage further development in these aspects
of wellness. I know beyond a shadow of a
doubt, after a couple of months later of monitoring these levels of
advancement, I have no doubt that I will have the ability to encounter and
balance in all these aspects – physical, psychological, and spiritual
health. After acquiring this balance, I
will work towards guaranteeing that this pattern proceeds as a component of my
everyday life.
“Remember” The SUN never sets; it’s
man who moves away from the LIGHT!!
Dacher, E. (2006)
Integral Health: The Path to Human Flourishing. Laguna Beach, CA: Basic Health
Publication
Great job on your final project. You seem to have a clear idea of how you intend to achieve lifelong health and wellness. Physical is the area I believe needs the most development for myself. However, by doing these mental practices for class, my physical self has improved. Taking one step at a time is a great plan. So many people expect immediate results. But everything takes practice. Lifelong health is a lifelong process. You will need to access and make changes as your circumstances change. By the way, I really like your end quote. Again, great job.
ReplyDeleteYou have a great understanding on how to reach optimal well-being. I know you are going to do well on your life long journey. I think every being has to deal with stress and you seem to have a good plan for stress management. We can all benefit from ridding stress from our lives. The health benefits are amazing and life without stress is fantastic. I find myself stressing over silly things and have to stop and ask myself, is it really worth stressing over? The answer is always no, stress is a choice. Some people have a harder time than others overcoming stress. Good job and I wish you well on your journey. Sounds like you are very committed.
ReplyDeleteLooks like you have a great plan to achieve optimal wellness! I agree that with the concept of creating a balance between all the different aspects of wellbeing. I also agree that a life without stress would be optimal! Taking your wellbeing one step at a time is an effective way to effect change. A life without stress would be amazing and we should all keep striving towards that goal!
ReplyDeleteGreat job on this post and you seem to have a great plan in place for continued success. I applaud you for taking such a regimented step with your nutrition and for such a long period of time. It is clear that you a clear undestanding of the different areas of focus and that you have a solid plan on how to achieve your goals. Great job on this project and I wish you all the best and continued success
ReplyDeleteScott Cranfill
Hi Edmond,
ReplyDeleteI applaud you for taking the stairs at instead of the elevators. I work in a 11 floor healthcare building and their doing everything they can to get us to take the stairs. They have recently painted the stairwells colors that they think will entice us to take the stairs. I trying but I can only do two flights and then I'm really winded. Keep up the good work Edmond.
You have a sound plan as you embark on your journey after this class. Your post to the final project has offered some sound advice and plans of action I may incorporate into mine. Great post!
ReplyDelete