Meeting Asciepius

The "Meeting Asciepius" exercise was by far the best meditative practice I've completed thus far this term! Especially,when we were to take on the qualities of the wise one  through the bright white lights. A warm chill radiated through my body. A spiritual connection with my wise one - my beloved father!  Yes, the "Wise One" I chose as my mentor was my father who passed in May 2005; he was a very wise, loving, compassionate, caring man with heart of gold.
As I started the exercise, I was very relaxed.  As I got deeper into the experience, I could feel my father near; his warm, strength and love.  It was an overwhelming experience, that brought tears to my eyes and a automatic smile on my face. Especially, when asked to allow the bright light with all the qualities of my father to enter into my mind, body and soul.  An amazing feeling of love!

I have tried this practice two additional times and each time the same spiritual connection.  :)

I will continue to practice meditation to enrich my life.  This class has provided me with a great deal of information on how to reduce stress, anxiety and to relax. I've always been a spiritual person, but with mindfulness and meditation, I can feel the spiritual connection with myself and a higher power.

I feel the phrase "One cannot lead another where one has not gone himself" is very powerful and true!  I believe a person cannot properly teach what he/she had not experienced themselves. To truly treat a client,  health care professional should lead by example!