Unit 3

1. Based on your reflections, and on a scale of 1 to 10 (ten being optimal well-being), where do you rate your A-physical well-being, B-spiritual well-being, C-psychological well-being? Why?
I would rate my physical well-being as a 6. I could be in much better shape than I am in and smoking does not help me become any healthier. I would rate my spiritual well-being as a 7. I have a personal relationship with God that gets me through many things. However, there are times when I feel that I could grow closer to him and I realize I am the one holding myself back from this. I would rate my psychological well-being as a 7 as well. I have suffered from depression for many years and most days I am fine but there are times that I become overwhelmed by depressing thoughts and feelings.

2. Develop a goal for yourself in each area (physical, spiritual, psychological).
A goal for the physical area in my life would be to lose 5 pounds. A goal for the spiritual area in my life would be to have a deeper relationship with God. A goal for the psychological area of my life would be to feel good about myself everyday.

3. What activities or exercise can you implement in your life to assist in moving toward each goal?
For the physical area in my life I can walk a mile each day. For the spiritual area in my life I can pray more each day. For the psychological area of my life would be to set aside a time each day that is just for me.

4. Complete the relaxation exercise The Crime of the Century. To hear this exercise, click here. Describe your experience. (What it beneficial? Frustrating? etc.)

I enjoyed the exercise. It allowed me to relax and just be in the moment. Taking control of my breathing is always helpful as it was in this exercise as well.

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