Hey folks, you know, going back over the exercises that we practiced this term actually showed me some growth.  The visualization exercise was particularly influential.  I liked the way that I connected with my grandfather and I was reminded of those great, grounded values that he possessed.  He seemed to be so much a presence at the time and I always looked up to him so being reminded of his kind ways may help me some.  I think that I will also use the visualization exercises to heal the eczema that troubles me from time to time.  Earlier in the term, I just started looking at my hands and visualizing the way they used to be.  It worked for a while, but I guess chaos set back in and I wasn't as intentional when it came to shutting it out.

The other practice that I liked was the subtle mind exercise.  For me, it was the most relaxing one.  I used the rise and fall of the breath to go deeper into my mind.  I think that I will use this one more often to relieve stress and to just get away from the daily hustle and bustle.  This one can help soothe away the bumps and lumps of the day.