Not easy, but still trying with an open mind!

Hey Guys/Girls,

This visualization was a complete fail for me. Not because I wanst relaxed, but because I just couldnt connect with it. I imagined someone wise, but that person kept changing because of what she was saying. Also, I dont know if I know someone that wise in my life that I respect on a level to advance me in my practice of relaxation. There was also a lot going on during this exercise. The waves, the talking, the light, and the person along with relaxing. I felt it was too busy for me to really understand how to do it all...this meditation thing is not getting easier, but more difficult for me.

I am not really stressed anymore, but I am giving in to bad eating habits since I got home, so need to practices some behavior techniques in order to get back on track. I hope in the next few weeks I can connect with all of this in order to continue it after the class is over. I do believe in the power behind meditation, but some work for some people, and others work for others so I just need to find my niche for practice. :) I am hopeful though.

I feel the saying "Once can not lead another where one has not gone himself" is a practice what you preach concept. Just worded differently. I have discussed this in class maybe even this one, but I do believe one can have extreme knowledge of something without practicing it, but I do not believe they can evoke the passion in order to convince or transform someone else in said concept if they dont practice it they just know everything about it. People are emotional and if there is not a connection we loose interest. So for the teacher not practicing will get old eventually and they will stop learning, and the "student" will loose confidence in the ability if they are concerned about the teachers motives or intent in the concept.

I think in the concept of health we do have an obligation to better our wellness in all aspects for ourselves and our clients. The key to being successful in anything is to stay on top of the changing times, and learn as much as possible and grow continuously! We do this personally and professionally. I just need to hone in on skills to stay positive, and regain willpower. With this huge change in my life last month I need to adjust, and enforce positive habits rather than fall into the easier negative ones.

I hope everyone has a great week and the best success in whatever they are doing :)