The two exercises I enjoyed and found the most useful were the Universal Loving-Kindness (p93) & Meeting Asclepius (p56-58) exercises.
I like Universal -Kindness exercise because repeating the words and feeling the meaning and possibility behind them makes me feel more complete. I know I have purpose but sometimes the only reminder is myself.
The meeting Asclepius exercise is one I also enjoyed because I can imagine many people who inspire me. From Gandhi to my grandfather I have many people see as guiding figures of wisdom.
Since we have learned of these exercises in class I have found that they are easy to use when I take my half hour or so each day.
I agree with you in feeling complete after the loving-kindness exercise. I also feel like an overall better person when I am able to exude that loving-kindness into everything I do. After completion of this exercise; my view of the world is more gentle and my outlook of myself and others around me paves the way for more meaningful relationships and genuine actions.
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Well said, Kendra...
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