unit 10 post!

1. Review your unit 3 personal assessment of your psychological, physical, and spiritual well-being. Reflect on these areas . How did you score yourself on a scale from 1 to 10 in unit 3? How do you score yourself now? Has the score changed? Why or why not.
   As compared to the beginning of this course and the prior assessments observed, I feel that I have grown in all of these areas significantly. 
   Spiritually (was 7, now 9) – I continue to practice my Catholic faith and have come to better terms with this.  I have been able to find other young adults that I can relate to and discuss teachings.  I feel more centered and at peace.
   Physically (was 5, now 7) – With the holidays now over and the new year underway, I have turned a new leaf with food choices and exercise/energy practices.  I feel well and balanced.  My weight is within normal limits.  I am finally beating the cold that has been with me for months.
   Psychologically (was 4, now 8-9) – I feel that with all that we’ve learned, I am in a much better place.  I am able to recognize negativity, channel that into positive energies with the coping mechanisms we’ve explored.  I feel that although I need to continue to improve my meditations, just being aware of the benefits of mental fitness is beyond encouraging and presents something to strive for every day.
2. Review the goals and activities you set for yourself in each area. Have you made progress toward the goals? Explain.   Spiritually – Practice daily my favorite meditation(s) in an effort to continue to develop these skills to find oneness. Physical – Join a yoga studio and practice at least 3 x/ week.  I’m asking for a package of classes for my impending birthday. 
   Psychological – Look deeper into myself for areas of weakness.  I want to practice true forgiveness more frequently.  I want to develop strong self-confidence to better support being proud of my opinions and choices, therefore cutting out the repercussions of a weaker self-esteem (such as jealousy, insecurities, and self-doubt).
   I have already begun doing all of the above mentioned goals regularly and am proud to say that I feel great! The difference is remarkable and I feel new every day :)
3. Have you implemented the activities you chose for your well-being in each of the three areas? Explain.  As just mentioned, yes, I have been meditating more, practicing yoga regularly (sometimes at home with a video), and continually looking inward to improve and purify my personality and thoughts.  I feel wonderful, as these goals are already taking effect!
   
4. Summarize your personal experience throughout this course. Have you developed improved well-being? What has been rewarding? What has been difficult? How will this experience improve your ability to assist others? This course has been fantastic.  I believe I was able to appreciate the teachings for what they are and take them seriously.  The information was presented in an organized matter, which to me is crucial with any class.  I do feel that I have made great strides with improved well-being.  The rewarding aspects have been noticing the improved comfort and ease with meditations.  The was the biggest struggle to me, to open up and embrace their benefits, but I am proud to say that these really have gotten much better for me!  This class will help me to help others as a nurse by mainly approaching each patient individually, with unique needs and priorities.  I will sit on their bed, make eye contact and let them express how they are feeling with open ears.  I will take the time to address all components of mind, body and soul, in an effort to provide for them the rare, yet necessary holistic health care that they deserve.