The two practices that I found most beneficial are the subtle mind practice, and the loving kindness practice. The subtle mind practice is important for me because I have always had a very difficult time finding quiet in my mind for anything, whether it is to read a book, fall asleep at night, or even just to remember what I was getting up to go do. I think that the subtle mind practice is the jumping off point for all of the other practices, because to be able to complete the other practices we need to be able to quiet our thoughts and focus on one thing instead of the many other thoughts rushing through our minds. The loving kindness exercise is important to me because reaching out and showing compassion to people around me (beyond just my family and friends) is something I have been trying to work on. I found parts of the loving kindness exercise a little difficult for me, and to me that means it is something I should practice more and try to make a regular practice. I think I chose these two practices because I have the most to learn from them, and I would like to continue practicing and growing from them.