Unit 6 Loving Kindness (Meditation) Exercise

Let me first start by stating that this class has helped me in a variety of ways.  I have always felt that spiritual and biological aspects worked together, but now I have the tools to put it in use.  Meditation and the ability to relax was a big challenge for me because I am anxious by nature.  As I learned to relax, and clear my mind, I was able to connect with all of the attributes that was going to make me a better person.  I have learned to truly experience loving kindness without fear of helping others who may not appreciate my help.  I learn that it is good to be good.  Even if there are negative behaviors from others, I have learned to turn it into something positive.  It is the behavior that is negative and not the person.  As I continue to approach the still calmness of my mind, I saw that my physical issues had decreased considerably.  Especially with the long term issue of irritable bowel syndrome.  I have the motivation to pray more, have more faith, eat better, exercise and this has truly made me a happier person.  I must admit that I fall off of the wagon sometimes but I know as I continue to practice and stay motivated, I will obtain my long term goal.  I have been practicing on the mindless approach to listening.  I try hard to focus on the 'present' of someone's conversation without bias or judgement.  I do not allow my mind to wander off to past or future endevours.  (Now that is hard work).  I am really feeling accomplished because I can feel myself growing.  Let me say lastly, that in the beginning I felt that these exercises were to long, but I now realize that it was the anxiety in me.  I was not allowing myself to relax I should.  I am truly moving "In the Right Direction."