I find the Loving Kindness exercise impersonal. First, reciting scripted sentences is just too robotic for me. Second, I felt it was similar to a memorized prayer without any meaning to it. Third, since I am wishing no one particular person, the formal feels so uninvolved.
After examining the four quadrants and their lines of development against my present situation, I discovered that I need to focus more on the interpersonal aspect, specifically the community line. I realize that because of my busy schedule, I have neglected to build relationships and reach out to people outside of my immediate family and close friends.
Dacher proposes two ways to approach integral practice. The first approach is referred to as an Integral Practice Program (Dacher, 2006). The other approach is called life-as-practice. I believe the second approach is most suitable in my case. By being intentional, I will be able to develop some interpersonal relationships in my community. For example, I will take the time to introduce myself to my neighbors. Another is, I will offer an hour or two of my time weekly to help a cause I believe in.
Reference
Dacher, E. S. (2006). Integral Health: The path to human flourishing. Laguna Beach: Basic Health Publications Inc. .
I don't believe there is no one perfect in achieving these wisdom. We could only do so much for ourselves and our families. It only seems like trying to meat all these exercise put more stress on ourselves when it should be relaxing. I mean some people might not have that ability to follow through and it puts more strenuous on their mind trying so hard. I'm also thinking of getting involve with my community too. I just feel I could so much to help instead of being at home doing nothing. Now that I'm unemployed I have the time to give. I think it would benefit me as well when I'm trying to get a job as a Medical Assistant.
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ReplyDeleteI also thought it was very similar to praying the rosary. The only difference was that I can remember what I am suppose to say when I say the rosary. LOL.
You bring up a good point about failing to remember our families and friends due to our hectic schedules. Since college, I am guilty of this. I often think I should spend more time with them, but when I do, I feel guilty about not doing my homework. Although when I do spend time with my friends and family, I feel refreshed and better able to face my studies. I didn't mention this area on my assessment, but now I think I should have.