Unit 3

Unit 3

1. Based on your reflections, and on a scale of 1 to 10 (ten being optimal wellbeing), where do you rate your A-physical wellbeing, B-spiritual well-being, C-psychological well-being? Why?

Physical well-being – 7

            Exercise is a part of my regular daily routine. I find it an important part of my day both mentally and physically. Lack of sleep is extremely detrimental to the overall goals of my physique. Lack of sleep increases cortisol and decreases muscle repair and recovery which is essential to muscle growth.

Spiritual well-being - 5.5

             I find that as of recently this is the area that I lack spending time on. I have some of knowledge and experience with meditation and as of recently I find that I am frequently sacrificing my daily meditation time. This is something I am and have been aware of but need to take action to change.

Psychological well-being – 7.5

            I feel that I am mentally well balanced with the exception of needing more regular sleep on most nights due to diaper changes and milk refills.  I need to reset my circadian rhythm to sleep and rise earlier. This would help to improve all aspects of my day.

2. Develop a goal for yourself in each area (physical, spiritual, psychological).

My physical training is at a great spot right now as well as my diet. Improving my sleep will help to improve my physical health. Spiritually I need to meditate regularly each day. This will help to improve my mindfulness and spirituality. Psychologically I need to find balance in time management throughout the day’s activities while at the same time allocating adequate time for sleep as well.

3. What activities or exercise can you implement in your life to assist in moving toward each goal?

Time management is the key element that I need to implement to improve structure in my day. This balance  would improve not only sleep but time for meditation as well. It seems as though two key elements would help me to reach my goals and improve my day.

4. Complete the relaxation exercise The Crime of the Century.  To hear this exercise, click here. Describe your experience. (What it beneficial? Frustrating? etc.)<BR.

I struggle with the relaxation or guided imagery audios as I often drift off to sleep or start nodding off anyway. I guess this is relaxing but challenging to describe when asked for sure.  I think I could almost drift off standing up and listening like this type of audio.