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Unveiling Your Health Potential
I firmly believe that what is profound is divine, and therefore, I will act boldly under the sun and moon in ways that celebrate my true self. ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson
Are you becoming more authentic to yourself each day? Initially, this may be an unsettling question. As I continue to explore and learn about the mind/body health paradigm, it seems that the pursuit of wellness expands as we journey toward self-completeness. Consider this: according to the mind/body health model, we are in a continuous process of becoming “whole” as we learn to embrace more aspects of ourselves.
If you’re unsure where you stand on this path or need guidance in moving forward, this article will discuss how to unlock your health potential along with three strategies to set you on the path toward wholeness.
Step One: Craft Your Joy List
Discovering your health potential begins with understanding yourself. Start by creating what Dr. Herbert Benson and Eileen M. Stuart call your “10 Joys List” from The Wellness Book. This task is straightforward: select ten activities you love that do not compromise your mental or physical well-being. Then rate these activities based on their importance and evaluate if you’ve been dedicating enough time to them without overthinking—just jot down your initial thoughts.
For example, my list includes:
- writing
- reading
- exercising
- meditating/journaling/listening to music
- listening to guided imagery tapes
- watching movies
- petting my cat
- spending time with family and friends
