This self-reflection took a bit of time for myself. My physical well-being I would normally rate at an 8, I'm a very healthy person for the most part. I watch what I eat, exercise, don't smoke, minimally drink..etc. However, being pregnant, it has been a bit difficult as I don't feel healthy; I have pre-eclampsia as well as mild gestational diabetes; this is very frustrating for myself because I continue to watch what I eat, but I cannot exercise as I usually due because of the blood pressure problems. Once I deliver, and have the approval of my physician, I will be back at work right away and will start my exercise regimen slowly to get back to my pre-baby self; being healthy is very important as I want to be around to see my children grow up into amazing adults.
My spiritual well-being I would rate at a 10. I am very connected in religion and my spirituality. After going through numerous surgeries, chemotherapy and recently, in vitro, I am very connected religiously as at one point my religion is all I had to get me through chemotherapy when I wanted to quit. I attend masses regularly and pray and give thanks daily not for myself, but my wonderful family and friends. I felt that I was truly saved by the grace of God and I am forever grateful. My continued goals for my spirituality is to continue my current program; I am very in touch with my religion and am comfortable with my spirituality. However, I am always willing to grow and discover.
My psychological well-being would typically be a 9 of 10 as well. However, pregnancy hormones and going stir-crazy from being on bed rest I would rate myself closer to a 7 or 8. I am typically very level-headed and understanding and have a very clear mentality. If were to ask my spouse, I'm practically insane at this point (just kidding). After baby is delivered, I will be sure to watch very closely for post-partum blues, I have history of depression, and understand when I need help, and just having the open mind to accept help is half the battle in recovery. Hopefully after the hormone levels have returned to normal, my mentality will be back to nearly sane.
The relaxation exercise took me about three times to complete, having a toddler in the background made for some difficulty in completing it accordingly and actually being able to listen to what the proctor was instructing. Once I was able to complete the exercise, I found it helpful in relaxation, however, I prefer my own relaxation methods that I have had great success with over the years.
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