Your optimal state of well-being is unique to you, and it varies from person to person. Integrating holistic healthy habits into your life in multiple areas will help you achieve wellness success.
Students can obtain free health and wellness coaching services on campus through Health and Wellness Promotion.
Physical
Physical wellness is all about maintaining a healthy body. Regular exercise, proper nutrition, preventative screenings, avoiding harmful behaviors, and practicing safety are all necessary for achieving physical wellness.
Social
Social wellness is your connection with others and the world around you. Finding belonging and developing a sense of connection and strong support systems are crucial to feeling successful.
Intellectual
Intellectual wellness relies on you maintaining an active mind, using the resources around you, exploring interests, problem solving, and being creative. Being able to find information and make sound decisions is key. It also involves your motivation to master a new skill.
Emotional
Recognizing and understanding your emotions and feelings is key for emotional wellness. It also involves the ability to adjust to change, cope with challenges, and interact appropriately with others.
Occupational
Using your skills and knowledge to contribute to the goals of an organization is an important component of occupational wellness. It also includes achieving work-life balance, feeling fulfilled in your job, and seeking professional opportunities for growth.
Spiritual
Spiritual wellness involves developing a strong sense of personal values and expanding your sense of purpose and meaning in life. For some, spiritual wellness might involve ties to a religion, but you can achieve spiritual wellness without practicing a religion. It's all about having an understanding of the beliefs, principles, and values that guide your life.
Environmental
Environmental wellness is being aware of your relationship with physical surroundings and developing and maintaining a safe and comfortable living environment. It also involves finding living in harmony with natural resources.
Financial
Developing a relationship with money that allows you to find satisfaction is important to achieving financial wellness. Being able to develop a plan to reach current and future financial situations and goals will help. It also includes strengthening skills to manage resources, living within your means, and making informed financial decisions and investments.