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When I began the Loving Kindness Exercise, I often check out my surroundings, you know what stands out on the tape that captures my hearing. I love the sound of water, reminds me of the times when I was a little girl, and I would play in the water, listening to the sounds. I was so relaxed, and it was not hard for me to become a part of this exercise. When I listen to worship music and begin to meditate on the Word of God. I cannot wait to get into HIS presence. Give me a peace of mind, like I have never experienced in my life. This exercise did a wonder for me tonight. I was very stressed out, my brother-in-law passed away and we had his services this weekend, and I was able to let all the pain and hurt I was feeling out. I can feel a great release, now that I have let everything go. There is a sense of peace and calmness about me. I really feel good. Yes, yes, yes, I have benefited from this exercise, and I have already told some of my family and other friends about this exercise.When I find something good, I always share!.... Just thought I mentioned...that I was so relaxed...I fell asleep, and then woke up. listening to the water....as the tape was heading toward the end...Wow!! I do not know about anyone else...I can hear the rain, and instantly want to take a nap. Is there anyone out there who has felt the same way?....I know it may not be normal, but it seems to me like the rain brings peace and calmness to my spirit, and I am so relaxed....Your thoughts!
Mental Workout means that we must work our minds through exercise. This helps to open up the mind, so that we can get rid of all that junk, so that we concentrate, so that our minds can be open to truth and wisdom of our human existence. Many times we workout physically, and do not even think of giving our mind a workout. I often do brain teasers, word puzzles and things of this nature to keep the memory going, but I never thought about an exercise that brings a calmness and peace to the mind. This is what we need to help us psychologically. I mean, sometimes, we are overworked and stressed. Many become depressed, oppressed, and suppressed and exercises like these are what we need to help the mind calm down, so that we can release those negative thoughts, or feelings of hurt and pain, which cause worry, fear, and doubt, if you do not release them.
Linda
Howdy Linda!!!
ReplyDeleteI agree about a person's surroundings having an impact. I know it can be hard to relax in an atmosphere where there is chaos.
I also agree we need to clear our minds of clutter so that we can function. My mind stays pretty cluttered most of the time - lots to do and lots to worry about, but I know I do feel better when I give myself a break from it all.
Hi Linda,
ReplyDeleteI know what you mean about the rain. I absolutely love weather. It's probably because I'm spoiled and live in an area of California where we get almost 200 days out of the whole year clear and sunny. We actually drive 45 minutes up into the mountains during the winter so we can enjoy the snow. This weekend we went to the coast to what has been nicknamed seal beach. It's where the huge elephant seals stay for part of the year and have babies. They were all over the beach. But the weather was fantastic. It was about 69 degrees and breezy. We even got to see deer roaming around the hill tops. We didn't get to stay long enough, but these little drives into nature do wonders for the spirit :O)