As this school terms comes to an end, I have asked
review my Creating Wellness class and evaluate my journey.
First, this class...I learned so many lessons
but
the one that stands out, is just how much I still have to learn!!
I am scheduled to graduate in 2015, however, I can assure you this will not be the end of my education.
This class has shown me just how interconnected my body is and the importance of
focus not only on physical health but also spiritual and psychological.
When I first evaluated myself, I thought I was in a healthy state of well-being.
As I have journeyed to a better understanding of true health,
I came to realize that yes, I was not sick
BUT
There is SOOO much more to health!!
I am now packing my integral "black bag".
I am meditating daily to set the mood of the day as well as "clear" my vision.
I have a more positive outlook no matter the "storm".
I am pleased to say my meditations have proven successful!
Last week, I face one of my biggest fears
....AND....
To update my "storm" from last week.
My mom did suffer TIAs and we are unclear as to how many or the lasting damage.
However, she is much better and stable.
She has been given clearance to return to her normal life
with just a few restrictions!!!
Now to my weakest area, my physical health.
During my first evaluation, I felt I was healthy because I was not sick.
This class has taught me that there is much more to health that just the absence of illness.
I will kayak weekly!!!
I am also joining our town's running club...my first walk/run with a group
in over five years...
is Saturday!!!!
As I stated last week I do plan to continue this blog.
I feel if give my a reason to focus on myself.
I am healing my spirit by spending time on me...
This then helps me help those around me.
I am sooo looking forward to our future topics...
I hope you will continue to share, comment, and post your thoughts and ideas...
HERE we go....
You have an elegant way of expressing yourself. I really enjoyed reading your blog. I am sorry to hear of your mothers TIA's. Those are not fun to deal with. My father suffered some late last year while I was doing dialysis at home on him. This was part of the reason he has gone back to the center to do the dialysis even though I wish I could do it at home still.
ReplyDeleteI hope you enjoy your walk/run. I know I loved doing the Color Me RAD run/walk that I did in May. It was great not only doing it but it pushed me to get ready for it. I struggle in physical so maybe I need to register for another run/walk and then I will push myself to do better.
I also like the idea of continuing the blog. I think that I will do the same. It helps me to be accountable. I will be checking back to your not only for the updates but for the inspiration. You have some great sayings and again you are an eloquent writer.
Jodi
We are looking into taking a team to something fun like that....I was looking this week-end at the Glow run!!! There is not one in our area but it really looks awesome!!!
DeleteI will visit your blog !!!!
Let's stay in touch !!!
You have made great progress! Sorry about your mom. My husband's grandmother just had a stroke but luckily she is back in her assisted care facility and doing well. It is so much easier to exercise when you have a support system, so enjoy the run/walk group you have joined. Personally, I would love to do the Color Me Rad race next year. I have friends who are doing it today! Good luck with all your goals for the future!
ReplyDeleteOOoooo may be we can all meet up at a Color Me RAD...Jodi said she did one!!!
DeleteLet's not lose touch...I am really going to miss this class!!!!
Congratulations on all the great things you are doing in your life. It is good to see people doing good. I wish you the best in all your endeavors. I highly suggest learning self-hypnosis as well, because it will aid you as well. It is not a panacea, but it definitely make more of a difference. I have found that using meditation and self-hypnosis together works better than either one alone and many other believe the same as I do about this. Anyway, feel free to contact me on here, if you ever want some ideas for meditation exercises or self-hypnosis.
ReplyDeleteThank you Ricky, it has been a pleasure to get to know you!
DeleteI really would like some info on the self hypnosis. It is quite interesting !! Please email me either to the school address or my Wellnesscoachsonya@gmail.com..
Hi Sonya,
ReplyDeleteAs always I enjoyed reading your blog post! Sorry to hear about your mom experiencing health difficulties. Prayerfully I’m sure she will be just fine. How did the walk/run go? Typically for me I tend to do better when there is a crowd or at least others participating with me or against me. Thank you for sharing throughout this course. Your posts have truly been an inspiration to me. Best wishes with all your future endeavors both personal and professional.
Hi Sindee...IT WAS AWESOME!!! I agree walking with a group is a ton of fun!! Even a small group seems to make the time go faster!!! Best wishes in your coming classes...please stop by and say hi often!!! I am really going to miss y'all!!
DeleteSonya, congratulations on all your progress! Good luck with your running club! It will be great to have people there who want you to succeed. They will push your limits and you'll love every minute of it.
ReplyDeleteI hope your mother continues to get better.
I wish you the best!
Amanda
Awwww you guys are sooo awesome!!! What a wonderful way to start my week. I really do not look forward to this class being over!! Please come back often!! I want to stay connected!! My mom is doing great !!!! Thank you for all your kind wishes and prayers. I will keep you posted!!
ReplyDeleteI would love to do a virtual end to the walking/running!!!
I do crazy stuff all the time with our group...check out the facebook- https://www.facebook.com/SCWellnessChallenges
Currently we are Eating the Rainbow...and I don't mean skittles LOL!!!
I wish you ALL the best and I pray our paths cross again!!!
Sonya,
ReplyDeleteI am so excited for you and your future. I can't wait to read about your on-going progress and all the things you plan on doing. I had the same attitude coming into this class about my health. I thought I was healthy because I wasn't sick, but I have so much to achieve and learn in order to be truly HEALTHY. But it's so exciting and all the steps that are required to get to this level of optimum health are so much fun. You seem to be really having fun, so that is great. I can tell your spiritual wellness is great. Enjoy your journey! It's been a pleasure.
I am so glad to see how much you have learned in this class and in your life! This class has taught me so much as well and I am so glad I have taken it, I wish you great luck in your future goals and plans. You are right no matter when we graduate school with our degrees (I to am done in Jan 2015) we are always learning and growing!
ReplyDeleteI can see that you have greatly enjoyed this class. Your blogs are always well thought out and written. I am confident that you will indeed continue your journey to further enlightenment and will grow upon what you have already learned. Good luck!
ReplyDeleteThank you Anthony!!! Feel free to stop by anytime...I would love to hear from you!!!
DeleteSonya,
ReplyDeleteAnd she finishes off with a bang. Awesome ending and what a great privilege to share this journey it you. Thank you so much for all you have offered and the road you have paved for those who may not be as open minded as you are. You have truly offered a level of spirituality and loving kindness rarely seen by others.
Aww how sweet!!! Thank you!!! Please stay in touch, this class has truly changed me!!! Your input and comments have added sooo much to my new path!! I wish you all the blessings in whatever path you take!!
DeleteFeel free to stop by every now and then and say Hi!!!!