Ok. Here goes.
I am going to rate my physical a 3, spiritual 5, and psychological 3. You are probably going to say "Dang, that's low." Well it is. I used to be a martial artist and worked out several times a day and was in the best shape of my life. I now a mother of 4, work full time, school full time and barely get enough sleep to function. I do eat pretty balanced except when I am stressed then it is time for ice cream. And unfortunately I am stressed a lot. My job is not easy and neither is being a mom but throwing in school I think I am nuts. However, other people have done it so I am sure I will survive. After I obtain my bachelor's degree I have promised myself to attempt to get back in shape but would really like to try and implement an exercise regime now that is flexible and allows my mind and body to become strong once again yet stay relaxed.
On the spiritual side I rated myself a 5 because I have been very lax continuing my studies nor taking the time to meditate and really reach out to my spiritual self. I want to continue to grow and meditate on a daily basis once again and practice my faith not just think about it.
Psychologically I rated myself a 3 because I am on the verge of burn out. I feel I have so much on my plate that it is about to topple over. I have considered taking time off from school but I refuse because I would be a statistic like my own students that I teach on a daily basis. I am very stressed and have really no outlet for it at this time. Everything I am reading is screaming out to me but I just keep thinking how am I to find time? When I actually do get a little down time, I fall asleep faster than blinking an eye.
Overall I would like to find a couple of hours each day just to be with myself and to practice yoga, martial arts and my meditations so that my body can find it rhythm again.
The meditation was indeed relaxing and I enjoyed how it incorporated the chakras, colors of the chakras and the basic meaning of them. I wish we could save the meditations to use in the future as well. I enjoyed feeling my body slow down and release the tension. It was well needed.
Hey Tonya, I really give you credit for going to school, working and being a mom. That is a tough endeavor and I wish you luck with everyone. It is very hard to find the time to relax when you have so much going on. I don’t have as much going on as you and I still find it hard to find time for myself. That is a good goal but maybe start with finding a half and hour to practice one thing each day. Starting with a small goal and working your way up way be easier to incorporate the time into your day.
ReplyDeleteHi Tonya,
ReplyDeleteIt will get better. You just have to get into that mode of reorganization and go for what you need. You are at a stage of contemplation, which is good, so I know that you will do well, especialy since you already know how to do exercise and keep fit.