In Unit 3, my personal assessment of my psychological well-being was at a 6 because I was newer to this area being a military family and my social interaction has decreased. I will say that my psychological well-being has increased to about a 7. I increased my score because I have taken steps towards being more social and have reached out and have actually made a few "mommy" friends since starting this class. We don't get out and socialize very often, but we talk and text often and share experiences and ideas.
My physical well-being has also improved. In Unit 3 I rated myself a 5 because I was dealing with post partum weight and I was a bit down about how out of shape I had gotten over the course of 9 months. Although I haven't lost much weight since Unit 3, I can say that my score increased to about a 7. Maybe this is more of a psychological thing, but I raised my score because I value my body more now. I may not be able to lose a bunch of weight just yet, but my body is doing something incredible by providing all the nutrients my daughter needs to survive. I may not look like I did a year ago, but I am content with how my body looks now considering I made a tiny human and I continue to nurture her through me. For that, I am very proud. But that still doesn't mean I'll be bikini shopping any time soon. ;)
Spiritually I have to say I am the same. I rated myself a 6 in Unit 3 and I have to maintain that 6. Not because I feel any type of failure at being more spiritually sound, but because the more I learn about my spirituality, the more I realize I have so much more to learn and I have so much more spiritual growing to do. I am not disappointed by a 6 though. I've said before that I know that I have a long way to go to be spiritually close to God and for me, it's the spiritual journey and the things I learn about myself that I look forward too. I'd prefer not to rate myself on a scale of 1-10 on my spirituality though. :)
As I've explained above, I have taken steps towards achieving my goals or I have changed my outlook and have definitely made progress towards them. I still plan on getting in better shape physically when my daughter isn't as dependent on me, and my goal is to still be able to leave my husband in the dust in a race. Spiritually, I do not have a numerical goal. It is to continue to grow in my walk with Jesus and learn more about Him, as well as learn more about myself and what I am capable of here on this earth. I do not believe I will ever be a 10. Jesus is a 10 and well, I'm no where near that. (I would like to say that I don't think that someone else who views themselves a 10 is wrong, I just look at spirituality differently... )
I can honestly say that this course has been refreshing. I've said before that I think this class came at just the right time for me. I am so grateful for all I've learned in this course and I know that I will take all I've learned and carry it with me well into my future as well as teach what I've learned to my kids. I think the most difficult part of this course was having to pay attention to my "inner" self. So many times I find myself caught in a routine, just reacting to what goes on around me. This course has initiated a self awareness in me and although it's been beneficial, it has also been difficult to focus on myself and my thoughts and feelings. As a mother, I find that I am more concerned with my families thoughts and feelings and I tend to put my needs last. By taking better care of myself and my needs and paying attention to my "inner" self, I can be better prepared to assist others in what ever they may need from me.
Thank you everyone for your encouragement and kind words throughout the last 10 weeks. I have enjoyed getting to know each of you through your blogs and discussion board posts and have learned so much through each of you! I wish everyone luck with their future endeavors!!
Jo
Hey Jo,
ReplyDeleteThat’s good that you’ve taken steps at becoming more social. Have you ever tried the social site Meetup.com? It’s a site where people start social groups in their area for various interests and purposes, and is a great way to meet people, especially when you are new to an area.
Even if you haven’t lost much weight yet, you are taking the steps to get to your goal, which is a big step. Also, by taking these steps (and I’m assuming you’ve been exercising), that can burst your mental state. For me, I have noticed I feel much better after starting a new workout routine because it’s a sense of control. When you feel in control, it can be a big mood booster. Plus knowing that you’re giving your daughter what she needs to survive, and the goal of beating your husband in a race are mood boosters as well. :)
It was good getting to know you this term, and I wish you the best in your goals and future endeavors!
Donna
Hey Donna!
ReplyDeleteFunny you should mention Meetup.com because that is how I found the mommy group that I join from time to time! :) Although I've had to slow my exercising down, I am still making sure I walk almost every day and I try to get out with my boys and play soccer and stuff. Because I am nursing my daughter, working out hard like I was for a while was depleting my milk supply. I am okay with the extra weight for now as long as it is for my baby. Otherwise I'd be going crazy. Haha. Thank you for all your kind words and I wish you the best as well!!
Jo
I have enjoyed reading your post during this course. I can relate a lot with you since I am also a military wife and I also struggled a bit with my body after having 4 kids.
ReplyDeleteI am also still at about a 6 with my spiritual well being, but I am also okay with that because I agree we will always need to learn more. I have improved on the time I spend reading the bible and prayer time, but still need to improve more and feel that I am on the rode to do that.