‘Introduction’
Why is it important for health and wellness professionals to develop psychologically, spiritually and physically? What areas do you need to develop to achieve the goals you have for yourself?
Why is it important for health and wellness professionals to develop psychologically, spiritually and physically? What areas do you need to develop to achieve the goals you have for yourself?
It is important for health and wellness professionals to develop psychologically, spiritually, and physically so they are fully prepared and ready to help their clients. In order for the professionals to know and recognize their client’s needs, they would have had to educate themselves on all characteristics of their client’s life troubled situations. This should be done before they can fix the problem. To me it would be unethical to give advice to someone without the proper education and personal experience. You cannot teach what one has not learned.
It is my mission to continue to develop psychologically and spiritually. Physically I am a bit of a mess since my old and new results; Hiatal Hernia, and food allergies on top of my Crohn are which by the way has not bothered me. My health is fine other than that, I am finally getting back to regular exercise, and lifting just a little bit since I have lost my muscle due to not eating before. I have been trying to eat healthy without hurting my belly which is due to the food allergies. Spiritually I feel a great connection with my religious side to something even greater. This has always been the positive part of me no matter what kind of day I have had. I read my bible, meditate and do yoga to get to my inner self. Psychologically I need to regroup myself and work on managing stress which has been a huge downfall for me since I have been sick. It’s funny because I have never had this problem before and I can’t stand the feeling.
‘Assessment’
How have you assessed your health in each domain? How do you score your wellness spiritually, physically, and psychologically?
‘Assessment’
How have you assessed your health in each domain? How do you score your wellness spiritually, physically, and psychologically?
As of today, I would assess my health and wellness on a medium rate in psychologically and physical domain and a high rate in the spiritual domain. I would score myself at a ten in the spiritual characteristic of wellness and a 5 for psychologically and physical part of my wellness. I am not strong and athletic as I use to be, but working on getting fit again. For several years I have been very enthusiastic to achieve the best in wellness and other magnificent practices that I have encountered. I know deep in my heart that I will better myself in all areas in the health and wellness in the near future.
‘Goal development’
List at least one goal you have for yourself in each area, Physical, Psychological (mental health) and Spiritual.
‘Goal development’
List at least one goal you have for yourself in each area, Physical, Psychological (mental health) and Spiritual.
My physical goal is to follow the workout schedule I have recently created which includes Yoga, meditation and Tai Chi. This will help be beneficial to me before and after my treatment for my Hiatal hernia and food allergies. My psychological goal is to keep on top of my goal by continuing to use the practice ‘Loving Kindness’ meditation. This will definitely keep me in check with my compassionate side as well as my loving side (Dacher, 2006).
‘Practices for personal health’
‘Practices for personal health’
What strategies can you implement to foster growth in each of the following domains; Physical, Psychological, and Spiritual. Provide at least two examples of exercises or practices in each domain. Explain how you will implement each example.
Physical growth will be working on each muscle group so I can get that just right, female feature back. I want it so bad, that I am using my experience in the gym to a new level. I will gradually take baby steps in resistance training and add it to my weekly program that I have created. This will help the muscle groups I am working on. My only question is, I can never tell if I should do my cardio before or after my weight lifting. My past personal trainer told me to do what is more comfortable for me, so that is something that I will be testing my body on. After a good workout, I have it to where I do one of the meditation practices (Schlitz, & Amorok & Micozzi, 2005).
Spiritual growth is my favorite. I always feel a great connection with my spiritual side when I take a walk thru the park, soaking in a hot tub and even during service at church on Sundays. I truly feel the deep beauty of it all, the relaxation and comfort that it makes me feel and where it takes me away to another world, a world where my soul is nurtured; truth, fellowship and pleasure (McIlvoy, 2010). I cannot forget about the Loving-Kindness practice which helps me connect with everyone; friends, family and even a stranger passing thru my store. The other strategy I will use for spiritual growth is the Loving-Kindness exercise (Dacher, 2006). A website I found recently was of some personal and spiritual practices developed thru some transpersonal groups. The techniques used; becoming familiar with your own body, the breath that is you, transcending reality, in thy hands: a centering exercise, and the mirror exercise, are really awesome and it something I am going to also implement into my spiritual growth (Anunda, 2010).
Psychological growth will have to be yoga. I can describe a large number of simple physical muscle tensing and movement exercises which help the mind the regain control over the body. Yoga is aimed at uniting the mind, body and spirit which is a great benefit for me having gastrointestinal function along with other situations people have encountered (Salzberg & Goldstein, 2003). Then there is Tai Chi, which shows you movements to put emphasis on concentration, relaxation, and the conscious circulation of vital energy throughout the body. Tai chi is mainly practiced as a way of calming the mind, conditioning the body, and reducing stress. As in meditation, you will learn that tai chi also focuses on the breathing and keeping your attention in the present moment (Harvard-Health Publications, 2000).
‘Commitment’
How will you assess your progress or lack of progress in the next six months? What strategies can you use to assist in maintaining your long-term practices for health and wellness?
How will you assess your progress or lack of progress in the next six months? What strategies can you use to assist in maintaining your long-term practices for health and wellness?
I believe after some time, I will have a healthier body and hopefully live longer. I will have more stamina, look better, feel better about myself, and be able to relate to others with more confidence. By doing so, I have a food diary, and program that I have created from easy to aggressive stages. I also have a Diary that I write all my thoughts and feelings in and intend on using that as well for my psychological, spiritual and physical growth. I have to want this in order for it to work. I am not a failure, so I have already made a commitment to reach all my goals in each domain. I will also make sure that I have time for me and also take advantage of the Dacher practices that I have thoroughly enjoyed (Dacher, 2006).
References
Dacher, E.S. (2006). Integral Health: The Path to Human Flourishing. Basic Health
Publications: Laguna Beach, CA
http://www.health.harvard.edu/newsletters/Harvard_Womens_Health_Watch/2009/May/The-health-benefits-of-tai-chi Retrieved: December 13, 2010
McIlvoy, C. (2010) Faith: Spiritual Growth & Renewal Retrieved December 12, 2010 from the
Schlitz, M. & Amorok, T. & Micozzi, M. (2005). Consciousness & Healing: Integral Approaches to Mind-Body Medicine.
Salzberg, S. & Goldstein, J. (2003) Insight Meditation: A Step-By-Step Course on How to Meditate
