Definition of Wellness

Physical Wellness

• Fit and healthy bodies can come in many sizes
• The best way to keep your heart alive is to use it
• The best way to make exercise a lifelong habit is to select an activity that you enjoy
• Good nutrition does make a difference. Energize yourself by drinking lots of water
• It takes more than meals to feed your body

Intellectual Wellness

• Learn a new word and share what you learn with others
• Beat stress by exercising your brain
• Visit the library or an old museum
• Relax with a crossword puzzle or play a board game with your family
• Expand your horizons and be creative
• Be a careful decision maker

Emotional Wellness

• Fear not the future
• Find two positives for every negative
• Keep an attitude of gratitude
• A smile is an extremely powerful tool.  Laugh at the little things
• Develop your inner resources and reward every effort

Environmental Wellness

• Improve the environment and recycle
• Set goals and results will materialize
• Everyday look for some pleasure in the workplace and savor those moments
• Save time by asking, Why?
• Establish a concern for others and a respect of the environment

Social Wellness

• Believe in yourself
• Learn from the past, plan for the future, and live in the present
• Give some tender loving care to somebody in need
• Participate in a walk for a good cause
• The possibilities for community service are endless

Spiritual Wellness

• Nurture your spiritual side
• Count your blessings, both big and small
• Access the wisdom within you
• Enhance your connection between your mind and body
• Discover the paradox of forgiveness