Good evening class,
I have to say that this was the hardest practice to experience and that I did check out when it was mentioned that Asciepius was a god. This is I know something that is tied to ancient Greece and the East yet it went against what I believe to be true. For myself I struggled to picture the wise person and then to have light connect us together. I do not believe that we are made pure and gain understanding just envisioning an older or wiser individual. I think that we need to always be learning and growing from our experiences so that we can continue to treat others with love and kindness. This is something that Jesus taught his disciples that they should put others first. I have not per say done meditation practices this week yet each day I do take time to pray asking for forgiveness and thanking for my many blessings. I ask for strength and guidance in my day to day dealings with people and ask that all I do help to further God's purpose.
In looking at being able to lead to others to where I myself have not gone is to what it means to lead by example. How can I ask my clients to track their foods and watch calorie intake when I myself do not. I need to understand the patience needed to keep a food journal and to also earn respect from my clients if I am unable to follow my own direction. I have an obligation to myself to ensure that I am walking a strong spiritual path and that I am not being hypocritical when it comes to my testimony. I need to show that my life is different and that I really care for others in my practice. The biggest thing that I can do in my own personal life is to walk the walk. I need to seek out the needs of others and fill those needs so that others can know that there is hope for a better future.
Jonathan.
Hi Jonathan, Asciepius and Jesus both had the desire to heal others in areas of their life. There may come a time that a potential client will not have the same religious beliefs as you. Being able to set aside personal religious beliefs to keep an open mind to help the client, is an attribute in my opinion. As health care providers, viewing from an ethical point, it is part of our duty to provide the best care that we can. Of course we have our personal limits and option of referral but all religions have the desire to help. We just have to find that common essence and build a bridge.
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