As I listened to the loving kindness again I had a hard time focusing on much of one thing. So I went to reading the Integral Assessment process and realized why I could not concentrate. There in one area for sure I need to focus on and get back on track and that is fitness and nutrition. I have lacked int his area and know I am going through other things in life that is taking me down even further. I realized that if I was to get back on track with fitness and nutrition then it will help my other issues of health which in turn will help my over well being bringing me back to the wholeness of health and happiness. It is very interesting how when listening to the true mind we can figure out so much. We get rid of the rambling mind and finely hear the true thoughts and that can bring us back to reality of what we need to do to bring achieve integral health.
Life is so grand but we ourselves make it difficult. It is very hard to do what we need to do when our mind is wondering all over the place and taking us in many different directions. If we can control the mind we can see what we need to do and usually it is working on one thing that can improve many areas in our life. GOD is good and I am looking forward to celebrating his day of RESURRECTION with a warm and loving heart and peace of mins.
Gods Blessing to all
Jackie
Hi Jackie,
ReplyDeleteI would first like to wish you and your family a blessed Easter.It is funny how we let so much of the outside block what is really going on inside. I am not sure if it due to how we prioritize things, or if we get to the point of overload where we just feel like "no matter what we do, it is never enough". I really must say that, although this assessment process is making me look at things that I have keep under lock and key for some time. I know it is now time to set them free and grow into the possiblities of ME.
Sometimes, I think we create our own chaos in our outside world, in order to not really deal with the inside. What I have learned so far is that we do not really have a guarentee to anymore than this moment. I believe you and I have worked long and hard to enjoy the fruits of our labor, and enjoy the journey of us.
God has brought us together for a reason. Maybe it is because we are the two people at the same time and the same place who can help each other. I am here for you my friend. Now and Forever.
Bliss & Blessings & Flourishing
Peace
Deb
Thank you Deb:
ReplyDeleteI do think we have been brought together for a reason as well and I know that you are always there for me if needed and the same goes for me being there for you. Life is funny but as we look at it we realize we really have no control over it we just need to put it all in Gods hands and let him guide. I know I forget that once in a while and it becomes very stressful and then I realize that I need to let God guide me and it becomes a calm storm.It is just so amazing to me. I know what you mean about bringing out things that have been buried for a while and it is time we let it all go and look to the wonderful future. Let all that needless suffering just fade into the past and know that the future will be much better with wholeness, happiness and health as we achieve integral health.
Have a Happy Easter and God Bless you my Friend
Jackie
Jackie~
ReplyDeleteI agree that God is wonderful and I hope you had a great celebration today ;)
I enjoyed you honesty about fitness and food, I think that it is very hard to make time. I know that at my house I stay up late and get up early to get the regular stuff done and somedays there is no time left to run or even feel like I have taken a breath for my self. But I have learned over time ( a lot of time) that is is very important for me to make the time and know it is okay if my dished sit in the sink so I can watch my son ride his bike, or play with my dog because they are the ones who matter and life is so short.
Best of luck to you in the future, I know it practice you will make it all work!
S
Hi Jackie! I'm also lacking in the areas of fitness and nutrition, due to my lack of self-regulation. My daughter was visiting last week and brought "junk" food into the house. It would be easy to blame her for the fact that I've been eating it all, however, I have to admit to myself that the problem is "me"...eliminating the temptation is definitely not self-regulation!! I've also been a slacker when it comes to my exercise routines, and I need to get back on track. The recent self-reflections from the integral health practices have brought some buried emotions to the surface, and I'm hoping that after I work through them, I won't crave the "junk" food anymore. Good Luck with balancing the biological aspect of flourishing!
ReplyDeleteHi Jackie, Great break down of how a wandering mind can obstruct our progress and success. The Loving Kindness meditation can help with focus and clarity, but like you said on some days a person just can't seem to focus. We all have those moments. I once asked a good friend of mine who was a regular on P-Diddy's "Making The Band" tv show, what the difference was between "P" and "regular" people. He said focus. From what he observed successful people are almost "single minded" when it comes to accomplishing what they want. They don't let anything distract them from there goals. I believe anyone who puts his/her mind to it can cultivate really strong and consistent ability to focus. Good health, including fitness and nutrition certainly play a significant role in helping the mind remain calm and centered. It is all tied together, and your on the right track. Best Wishes Mama Yoga (Sa Mut Angela)
ReplyDeleteHello Jackie,
ReplyDeleteI agree with you that our mind sometimes takes us to different directions. When we are confused about any choice we have to make, and we don’t know which way we should take, our mind can get overwhelm. Especially when we have that type of situations of life that any decision can affects our future. The ability of controlling our mind will give us freedom and peace. I cannot wait to develop this ability, and gain new skills.
~Yesica Gonzalez.