Cultural
Being aware of and appreciating one’s own cultural background, as well as learning about other cultures, and the ability to use this knowledge to work towards building inclusive environments that value diversity.
9 DIMENSIONS OF WELLNESS
Wellness is often thought of in terms of physical health, but it is so much more. Wellness encompasses 9 mutually interdependent dimensions: cultural, emotional, environmental, financial, intellectual, physical, professional, sexual, and social. Every aspect of wellness can affect a person’s life. Working toward all of them in one way or another is a great goal, because wellness relates directly to the quality of a person’s life.
9 DIMENSIONS OF WELLNESS
Emotional
Coping with, identifying, expressing, and managing the entire range of feelings effectively.
Environmental
Interconnecting nature and self to preserve, protect, and improve the environment.
Financial
Budgeting, saving, and managing current and future personal finances.
Intellectual
Recognizing creative abilities and finding ways to expand knowledge and skills.
Physical
Recognizing the need for physical activity, sleep, self-care, and nutrition.
Professional
Engaging in work that is motivating and interesting. As well as, seeking personal satisfaction and enrichment.
Sexual
Integrating physical, emotional, and social well-being related to sexuality to foster safe and consensual intimate relationships.
Social
Developing a sense of connection, belonging, and a well-developed support system.