1. This week we got to make a visit to the thoughts of a wise friend or loved one. The person we chose was our wise mentor for this exercise. I found the speech part of the exercise strange, but I thought it was neat to imagine the beam of light coming from their head as to invite our thoughts to be one with their thoughts. I chose my best friend who I haven't seen or spent time with in over a year. We had a special bond, so it was easier to have her as my focal point. Meditation has fostered an increase in my life psychologically and spiritually by its way of calming my mind. I had never tried meditation before this class and its amazing what it can do to quiet the mental chatter.
When answering the question how we can continue to apply these practices in our lives, the answer may never change. If someone wants to be a good runner, they have to run. If someone wants to be a great cook, they must spend time in the kitchen practicing the act of cooking until they become great. The same principle applies to continuing to apply these practices in our lives. We must make the time to practice them and watch for times during the day where the practice can be applied.
2. "One cannot lead another where one has not gone himself". As Schlitz stated, "Having a map of Hawaii isn't the same as being there" (Shlitz, 2005). Another example might be being told what it's like to run a marathon. It isn't the same as actually running one. With that, these same scenarios answer the question whether or not we have the obligation to our clients to be developing psychologically, physically, and spiritually. The answer is yes. We have to be there to truly "know" how to guide someone to the same place.
Great post! I love how you explain so simply, how the way to implement change is to practice, practice, practice! In reality, that's probably all it takes to do most things- JUST DO IT! Unfortunately, that's probably the hardest part of any sort of change...
ReplyDeleteBritt
Very good points about knowing what you are talking about...you cannot really explain cooking that well if you don't know how to cook...and you won't be able to share personal stories. I myself am going to start trying new recipes, so I can share my experiences with others. Same goes with health in that I will be able to share personal stories of my journey with clients :)
ReplyDeleteSelena
Practice practice practice practice practice practice practice practice, (breathe) practice practice practice practice ... okay I go it.... and you are so right. And I love the examples that you set.. if you want to be a good cook, you have to spend time in the kitchen. I think that if you really want to be a phenomenal H+W professional... you have to DAILY practice your teachings. I mean, really, everyday you will experience new and evolving adventures... so why not pass them on.
ReplyDeleteAwesome post!