Reflecting on the exercises that I have completed thus far, I would have to say that the two most beneficial ones were the "Crime of the Century" and "Meeting Asclepius" exercises.
I have chosen the Rainbow visualization because I achieved the strongest results from this exercise. Upon completion of the visualization of each individual color and preparing to return to a full state of consciousness, I was unable to effectively shake off the meditative state I was in. Instead, I felt drained and a wavering line appeared while my eyes were still closed, and it interfered with my vision when I finally attempted to open them. I found that whether my eyes were open or closed I could see this line that now mimicked waves and an area of blue had now formed above the line with white light above that. It was as if it was opening up to the heavens. I believe that this blue light signified my weakest chakra. Light blue is the throat chakra and is associated with communication, expression of oneself and inner voice.
In the Meeting Asclepius exercise, I was pleasantly surprised when my grandmother appeared to me. I was able to visualize the white light coming from her, but I could not receive it the first time I tried the exercise. The second time I tried it, without using the CD, I was beginning to feel as if the white light was reaching me, but I still did not fully receive it. Both instances left me feeling lighter and filled me with joy. It was affirmation that my grandmother is still a part of my life. It also confirmed my strong feelings that the dreams I have in which we speak are a very real. I will continue to attempt this exercise as I feel that not only is it good for my soul, but that I will achieve other benefits from it.
I can implement the practice of meditative exercise and visualization into my personal life to foster mental fitness by continuing to work on these and other exercises that I have learned during this course, until I am able to achieve optimal results. I think that by being able to accomplish this, and by getting results from these exercises, that I will gain better insight into myself as well as become more receptive to future exercises. Each achievement will bring me a step closer to integral health.
I have chosen the Rainbow visualization because I achieved the strongest results from this exercise. Upon completion of the visualization of each individual color and preparing to return to a full state of consciousness, I was unable to effectively shake off the meditative state I was in. Instead, I felt drained and a wavering line appeared while my eyes were still closed, and it interfered with my vision when I finally attempted to open them. I found that whether my eyes were open or closed I could see this line that now mimicked waves and an area of blue had now formed above the line with white light above that. It was as if it was opening up to the heavens. I believe that this blue light signified my weakest chakra. Light blue is the throat chakra and is associated with communication, expression of oneself and inner voice.
In the Meeting Asclepius exercise, I was pleasantly surprised when my grandmother appeared to me. I was able to visualize the white light coming from her, but I could not receive it the first time I tried the exercise. The second time I tried it, without using the CD, I was beginning to feel as if the white light was reaching me, but I still did not fully receive it. Both instances left me feeling lighter and filled me with joy. It was affirmation that my grandmother is still a part of my life. It also confirmed my strong feelings that the dreams I have in which we speak are a very real. I will continue to attempt this exercise as I feel that not only is it good for my soul, but that I will achieve other benefits from it.
I can implement the practice of meditative exercise and visualization into my personal life to foster mental fitness by continuing to work on these and other exercises that I have learned during this course, until I am able to achieve optimal results. I think that by being able to accomplish this, and by getting results from these exercises, that I will gain better insight into myself as well as become more receptive to future exercises. Each achievement will bring me a step closer to integral health.
Sendhy,
ReplyDeleteIt is interesting to me that you chose these two exercises since they were the two that were the most difficult for me. That showed me it is beneficial to do a variety of exercises since one may work better for one person then another.
I found these exercises to be very beneficial also, and Merrell I can see where they may have been more difficult because sometimes it's hard for us to vision the loved ones we have lost without feeling too emotional to allow the beauty and calming effects get passed the sadness. But once we realize that these people we have lost aren't truly gone but live on in our hearts and memories we can then allow this exercise to take shape and really help us.
DeleteMaur
Hello Sendhy,
ReplyDeleteI remember the colors exercise. That one was difficult for me because I had a hard time keeping tabs on what color belonged where and holding it there. I know with practice that it can be very beneficial though. Thats great about your connection with your grandmother :). I am happy for you. I plan on continuing these exercises after the course. Do you? I wish this was a longer course sometimes. Good luck in your journey!
Hi there,
ReplyDeleteI like hearing your experience on your exercises. I like learning about the different chakras and what they each represent. I liked the subtle mind and loving kindness exercises. It made me feel empowered to change my thought patterns and my over all life. I know it is a journey and will be achieved one day. Best wishes in your journey, have a great week!
Angela Fagan