Unit 7 Exercise

My meditative practice for this week involved reflection. I will be experiencing a major transition over the next couple of weeks as my first born prepares for college. I have been praying for this time in his life, but I wasn't quite prepared for the emotional rollercoaster. He won't be that far away, but I have been stressing about his safety, success in school, and how he will handle the transition from being dependent on mom, to living on his own. I know these are every mother's concern. I reflected on his childhood, and the things I tried to instill in him. My practice of daily talks with God fosters my spiritual wellness as I feel his presence in everything I do. I will continue to apply these practices in my life by remembering what is important and taking time out for me and my family.

"One cannot lead another where one has not gone himself" applies to the health professional as it is difficult to know another person's struggle unless you have had similar experiences yourself. I think I have an obligation to the public I serve to stay psychologically, spiritually, and physically developed. If I look the part, my delivery may be more receptive to the population I am trying to develop. I can implement spirtual and psychological growth by always staying true to myself, my beliefs and my values and most importantly by staying in touch with the inner me. I think knowing who you are is the whole key to happiness and prosperity.