The meeting Aesclepius called on us to think of someone we held in high regard as a wise person. It caused me to think of Mr. Lacey. He was a retired attorney that had been one of the original partners in a law firm I had worked at. He has long since passed, but I remember he was always filled with kindness. Thinking back, I believe he always spoke and acted with intention. I admired him and the happiness he carried.
Over the past few weeks, I have felt the restlessness that I had long felt quiet. Even with all off the stresses in my life, which I am still struggling with finding more time to fit in perceived responsibilities, I have continued to feel more and more at peace. Meditation has drawn me in toward realizing myself. I have come to realize the pressures I feel are put there by only myself. This has actually helped me relax and view the endeavors I have taken up as opportunities for growth and flourishing.
The saying, "One cannot lead another where one has not gone himself," implies that a leader must be confident in the path. One can only be confident in such a path when he or she has become familiar through experience. I certainly feel that this applies to the health and wellness field. One can cite studies and other patients' experiences, but this does not result in empathy. I think it is every individual's duty to develop their health psychologically, physically, and spiritually. Unfortunately, not everyone is aware of optimal health. As such, the physician or health and wellness professional should strive to be this picture to help educate patients and provide example.
As a mother, I strive to find true happiness and optimal health and wellness for myself and for my family. It is important that I provide an example to my children so that they will discover true happiness as well. Each time I act with intention rather than reactivity, I exhibit a way of being for my children.
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