For this last blog. we are to assess our progress from unit 3 to today. AS a reminder. here are the questions for unit three and the answers originally posted:

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?
2. Develop a goal for yourself in each area (physical, spiritual, psychological).
3. What activities or exercise can you implement in your life to assist in moving toward each goal?

On a scale of 1-10,
a)I think I may be a steady 5 for my physical well-being.. making strides to change to a 10, but not willing to let myself get too bogged down by the numbers game. I'll never be model thin or beautiful, but I make up for it in other ways.. like by being a good person. I am adding one more gym day to me schedule,, only 30 minutes, but it's a tough 30 minutes:-)
b) Spiritual: I place myself at a 7.. I don't believe in following an organized religion.. but the concepts can be sound ( like the Golden rule.. do unto others..) my motto and creed, with the caveat that while  I don't believe in a god.. I believe if you believe, that's your prerogative.. just don't force your opinions on me.. I am a firm believer in nature and that we could really learn  so much just by observing nature... and not destroying it. I make a point to support nature where I can, and support those that help others as well whenever possible..
c) Psychological: again a steady 5..maybe 6  I am inpatient and have some issues letting go of anger in certain circumstances..( I think everyone does) but am getting to the point where I am not letting the little things annoy me, and in turn this means I can deal with the larger issues at hand more effectively.. and by getting  them dealt with..this means  they loose the power to drag me down and interfere in my life negatively.. I am really trying to be more proactive in letting go of the anger for those that hurt me purposely..( and yes, this is specifically aimed at one person who has made  point to be deliberately cruel and dishonest in their dealing with me and my family)  and while I may never forgive 100%. I won't let that anger guide every decision I make..


Today:
Physical: I feel I have progressed to a 6,maybe a 6.5.. I still have a ways to go, but am making steady inroads in to changing habits and better food decisions.Fall is my favorite time of the year, adn as long as the weather continues to cooperate, I'll get exercise outside as long as I can.


Spiritual:  Staying about the same.. my feelings about organized religion have stayed the same, and I still love nature.

Psychologically, I think I have gained a few points, perhaps up to a 8 or 8.5. I have been using the visualization exercises and as a result my stress level has been reduced, which has made a huge difference in sleep and daily life in general. I have found that I am able to better compartmentalize the little annoyances that happen to everyone everyday and put them in the proper perspective. And as for the anger part, and the person that's aimed at, that has been relegated to a lesser level of priority in  life. Still there, but not as strong of a presence in my mind.

I have enjoyed getting to know all of you, and wanted to take this opportunity to thank everyone for such a great class and to wish you all well in your future endeavors.
Health and wellness to all

Andi