UNIT 10 - PERSONAL ASSESSMENT

When I compared my unit 3 evaluation and my final evaluation on unit 9, I realized that my initial evaluation was incorrect. My scores were higher on unit 3 because I didn’t explore deep enough. However, after a more comprehensive evaluation, I acknowledged the areas I truly need to work on. Being honest to myself helped me open my mind, my heart and my soul so I can improve in all aspects.
However, I think I’ve come a long way since I started this class and I can defiantly see my progress. Practicing meditation and utilizing other techniques that aid relaxation it’s making a great difference in my overall wellbeing and I know I am getting closer to achieve my goals.

I’ve implemented different activities and I’ve been able to stay motivated by seeing the results and focusing in what works best for me.

My overall experience throughout this course has been AMAZING. I’ve improved in many ways and the experience has been both rewarding and difficult. At first, it was not easy for me to engage in meditation and it got to be somewhat frustrating at times, but I keep trying and I was able to see the results so my efforts were rewarded. I think this experience has enabled me to help others that are experiencing the same issues, and this would be a GREAT asset in my career as a Health and Wellness professional.

Gaby     

UNIT 9 - Final Project

Running head: PSYCHOLOGICAL & SPIRITUAL ASPECTS OF HEALING

Application of the Psychological and Spiritual Aspects of Healing

                 

Gabriela Fischer

Kaplan University

HW420-01

 Dorette Nysewander

October 3^rd, 2011

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Application of the Psychological & Spiritual Aspects of Healing

Introduction.

Why is it important for health and wellness professionals to develop psychologically, spiritually and physically? In order for a healer to heal, he needs to fully understand this process. Thus, the practitioner has to experience it himself to evolve and transform so he can walk the path toward flourishing and later guide his patients through it. Moreover, one cannot preach nor teach something we don’t believe in. Therefore, is necessary for a health and wellness professional to develop in these aspects.        

What areas do you need to develop to achieve the goals you have for yourself? I looked within to evaluate my development and acknowledge the areas I need to work on to accomplish human flourishing. I know I’ve come a long way in recent years, but I still need to work on psychological, spiritual, and physical aspects. For example, I need to resolve family issues that have dragged me down for years.  I have to accept that there are things I have no control over so I am letting go of unrealistic expectations that relate to my relationship with some family members. I also need to make more time to develop awareness through meditation and engage in physical activities in regular basis.

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Assessment.
How have you assessed your health in each domain? As I mentioned before,

I assessed my health in each domain and overall I am proud of my development although there are many areas I need to work on. I started by looking within and testing my abilities in the different aspects and doing self evaluations as well. 

How do you score your wellness spiritually, physically, and psychologically?

Spiritually, in a score of 1 through 10, I give myself a 7. I can say that my relationship with God helps me immensely, but I need to evolve a bit more beyond religion.  

Physically, in a score of 1 through 10, I give myself a 5. I must admit that although I eat a very healthy diet, I am not active enough. Thus, I certainly need to work in this aspect.

Psychologically, in a score of 1 through 10, I give myself a 5 as well. As I mentioned before, I have issues with the relationship I have with some of my family members and is very difficult for me to let go of the negative feelings this generates. Thus, I in order to flourish I need to work in these aspects as well.

Goal development.
List at least one goal you have for yourself in each area.

Physical. I want to exercise enough to stay healthy, tone, and have more energy.

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Psychological. I want to open my mind and let go of the things that hurt me and make me feel sad and depressed.  

Spiritual. I want to open my heart and my soul and I want to develop spiritually beyond religion.

Practices for personal health.
What strategies can you implement to foster growth in each of the

following domains; Physical, Psychological, and Spiritual. Provide at least two examples of exercises or practices in each domain. Explain how you will implement each example.

Physical. I’ve developed a schedule so I can engage in more physical activities to stay active. I am hiking every Sunday for an hour and I am also exercising for 30 minutes a day 5 days a week. I usually exercise at home using the Wii Active videogame.

Psychological. I’ve scheduled an appointment with a professional so he can help me deal with what I haven’t been able to deal with and resolve myself. I am also reading self-help books and using meditation to relax and unwind. 

Spiritual. I am practicing meditation in regular basis, and the more I practice the more benefit I am experiencing and expanding my spirituality is definitely one of them. I usually do visualization and muscle relaxation exercises.     

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Commitment.
How will you assess your progress or lack of progress in the next six

months? I am keeping a journal so I can assess and evaluate my progress as I go along. 

What strategies can you use to assist in maintaining your long-term practices for health and wellness? I think that commitment is the key to success. Commitment entails wanting to change and doing what it takes to accomplish the goals you set for yourself. Thus, staying motivated is important and I think that finding what best for you best is the best strategy. For example, trying different exercises to figure out what you enjoy best so you can stay motivated as you progress.