This week we were asked to decide which two practices that we have discussed over the weeks, that we think would be the most beneficial to us in our daily lives. I have to say that Loving Kindness and Subtle Mind would probably work for me the most in my life. The Subtle Mind involves the breath, with a direct connection between breath and mind. The Loving Kindness practice expands the capacity for empathetic listening, seeing and caring for others. This is supposed to expand the mind and heart and help to "cure anger and hatred". I like these two practices because I believe that the breath is connected to relaxation, and ultimately the mind. I also love the idea of seeing and caring for others, because I think that is just a great way to live life. Throughout life we will all encounter people of many walks of life....the most important thing to remember is to love and respect each and every one of them.
I think that there are many aspects to "Mental Fitness", that go beyond these practices, however, I do realize that these practices can be instrumental in helping to achieve mental fitness. Personally, it will take some practice to achieve the benefits of these practices. I think that finding a quiet, comfortable place where I can breathe and focus on positive feelings and emotions each day, will put me on the right track towards mental fitness. If I am able to achieve this, I will better serve my clients, my family, my friends, and myself, because I will be in a much more positive place.
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