Wellness is a tough word to define. But we'll rely on Charles B. Corbin of Arizona State University who gives this definition of wellness: “Wellness is a multidimensional state of being describing the existence of positive health in an individual as exemplified by quality of life and a sense of well-being.”
Wellness is multidimensional and the most commonly described sub-dimensions are the following:
Social Wellness, Occupational Wellness, Spiritual Wellness, Physical Wellness, Intellectual Wellness, Emotional Wellness, Environmental Wellness, Financial Wellness, Mental Wellness, Medical Wellness
Ultimately, the dimensions of wellness all fall into two broader categories, being mental and
physical. "This is critical to note, as the mental or emotional component is often overlooked as focus on such main staples as physical fitness and chronic disease risk factors. In order to achieve a state of wellness in our own lives or try to guide others to it, we must pay due diligence to each of the dimensions. We may not all be physically fit or free from disease; we can, however, strive for increased wellness by working with what we’ve been dealt."
I continue to strive for increased wellness not only in the physical dimension, but more importantly in the spiritual dimension. Our health and spiritual wellness dimension is essentially the depth of ourselves. Not only does it refer to our values, our beliefs and our commitments that are at the very core of our being, our spirituality defines our personal code, which governs our emotional wellness and stability and ultimately how we approach and manage life challenges.
It requires time, careful attention and a commitment to undertaking a health journey to total wellness. Unless it is nourished and exercised regularly, your spiritual wellness will not be able to support you when you need it most.
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