The Colorless Rainbow

Well, this week’s meditation exercise was interesting. I was able to focus better and relax my body and quiet my mind; however the different rainbow colors we were ask to imagine…I just wasn’t able to do it.  I’ve never been able to imagine or see colors when I close my eyes, it’s very difficult for me.  Am I the only one? As I thought about this after the exercise, I realized that I do not remember if my dreams have ever been in color. Is not being able to imagine the colors significant in any way? I’m open to any suggestions or insights!

Okay, so this week we have a few questions to answer on the blog.  I would rate my physical well-being as 6, though I have serious medical issues, I think I’m definitely better than a 5.  For spiritual and psychological well-being, I would rate myself 6.5 because I’m not as bad as I was a few years back and have grown in both aspects considerably since then.  My goal in each of these areas is to reach as close as possible to a 10…not just for myself but for my family.  I feel that the best activity that I’ve implemented in my life to help me attain that goal is my workout sessions with my trainer; after the workouts I feel so refreshed and energized. If I’m feeling down or just a little off, it actually makes me feel a whole lot better…the endorphins really work! Since I started this class, I have been taking the time out each day to meditate…20 minutes every night. It helps me to clear my mind and see what is real and what is perceived. 

Relaxation Exercise

I have tried to meditate in the past...but found it very difficult to quiet my mind...I was constantly thinking of other things and found that the same issue kept happening during this relaxation exercise. After a few minutes, I was able to concentrate a bit better and focus on the instructions being given (the music and the voice of the instructor were quite soothing).  During the exercise, I was able to relax a little and did experience a sensation of warmth move through my body; but did not get the "heaviness" feeling the instructor spoke about.  Did anyone have the same experience? I don't feel that I was as successful as I wanted...I tried the exercise a few times.  The fourth time I tried, I felt I was better able to focus and felt that I achieved a certain degree of relaxation.
Quieting the mind is key in this exercise and to have your mind focus on the task at hand...I guess this takes practice. Meditation is something I want to be able to incorporate into my daily life; it's time you take out for yourself...for your well being and hope that with practice I will be able to get the results I want.  Has anyone tried meditation before? How was your experience with this exercise? I would love to get some insight on this so it can help me on this journey!

Sorry haven't had a chance to listen to the relaxation exercise yet, but I will do that later this evening and post my blog...I'm looking forward to the experience!

Hello All!

This is a first for me...I've never had a blog or blogged anyone else :)
I'm excited and nervous at the same time! I'm looking forward to meeting everyone and sharing thoughts and ideas.  Well, here we go!