01 - Journal Entry 1

I have enjoyed the first lectures of this class, as well as the readings. I have found that the practices and readings have stretched me a little in the way I think about my brain. It has been freeing to realize that "it's not my fault but it is my responsibility". I think in the past I have internalized a lot of shame and self blame. I found the in-class meditation we did to be healing and helped me understand myself better. I have found myself being more compassionate to myself when I am having a hard time mentally.