Saturday, March 9, 2013
Journey On
"The mind is the body, the body is the mind." - Dr. Candace Pert
After experiencing "Journey On", I really began to understand the above statement made by Dr. Pert. By simple thoughts, I was able to totally relax (without falling asleep!)and move the blood flow from my abdomen to my arms. I have to be honest and tell you that at first I thought...this is crazy! It will never work! Well, I am eating my words because as I sit here and type this blog, I am more relaxed than I have been in a long time and my arms are still warm and tingly. Dacher (2006) states that "The condition of our body is a reflection of the condition of our mind" (p. 18). I have a long journey ahead of me to reach my destination of optimal health but I think this is a great way to take the first step to "true flourishing of [the] mind, body, and soul" (Dacher, 2006, p. 19).
Dacher, E. (2006). Integral health: The path to human flourishing. Laguna Beach, CA: Basic Health Publications, Inc.
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Tennille,
ReplyDeleteI thought this relaxation exercise was going to be a little weird, but it ended up being very helpful. I will definitely remember those techniques the next time I get overwhelmed and stressed about life! I look forward to blogging with you this term :)
Stacey