I have honestly enjoyed all of the exercises and practice sessions that we have completed throughout this course! Some have definitely been easier for me than others, but I feel I have benefited from incorporating each of them in my life. My two favorite practices are probably Loving-Kindness and Subtle Mind. I personally think the Loving-Kindness practice is beneficial for me in a LOT of areas in my life. First and foremost, it helps me to show loving-kindness to myself, something that I often need to work on. I often feel or show loving-kindness to others, only to turn around and think negative or harmful thoughts about myself. I also appreciate how this practice helps me have more patience when interacting with people. In the past I would get so frustrated at times, but now I just try to remember that in life we are all searching for the same thing- happiness. Some people go about it in CRAZY weird ways, but deep down we have a common goal. Remembering this helps me to feel a sense of love and appreciation for everyone I come in contact with in my life. Since the first time I tried the Loving-Kindness practice, I have continued to do it at least twice a week and have definitely seen a significant difference.
The second practice I especially love is Subtle Mind. This practice has been soooooo hard for me, but just because I really need it! My mind is constantly racing from one thing to the next, and before this class, I never even realized just how much it exhausted me! I love the Subtle Mind practice because it has taught me how to take a break from the constant racing thoughts. I know I have a long way to go and I'm no where near having a clear and calm mind, but I'm actually looking forward to practicing this a lot in the future. Eventually, I won't even have to worry about "taking a break" from my thoughts because my mind will be at constant peace.
Now that sounds absolutely AMAZING.
Always in health and happiness,
Hannah
I had a hard time with the loving kindness exercise because I guess that's where I need the most work. I have spent a long time noticing what I don't have in common with people and now I am trying go be more loving toward others and finding some common ground. You are right, we are all searching for happiness in one way or another. I still get annoyed at rude people, but now I try to be more understanding of why they act the way they do. I think this class has helped me get to this point, but I have a ways to go! :)
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