11/30/2022
What does wellness mean to you?
Wellness means various things to different people. For many people, wellness means physical fitness, holistic care, happiness, relaxation, emotional balance, stress reduction, quality of life and spiritual health. However, many people agree that wellness is more than just being free from illness; itâs a proactive way of living. The concept of wellness isnât something new. In fact, the idea of wellness stretches back to ancient Chinese, Greek and Roman cultures, which all emphasized holistic approaches to achieving health, well-being, and harmony within oneâs life. Many of these concepts of wellness are still true today, as we manage even more life challenges than our ancestors did.
Wellness should include a balance among multiple life dimensions: emotional, physical, social, spiritual, environmental, financial, intellectual and occupational. Today, all dimensions of wellness are interrelated and crucial to a fulfilling life.
âHealth is a state of body. Wellness is a state of being.â â J. Standford