Wellness
Wellness
Wellness
Wellness is being in good physical and mental health. Improving your physical health can improve your
mental health and vice versa. Similarly, problems in one area can impact the other. It is critical to make
healthy choices for both your mind and body to achieve wellness. Making the Eight Dimensions of
Wellness part of daily life can improve mental and physical health for individuals with mental health
and/or substance use disorders
Emotional
A positive self-concept, which includes dealing with feelings constructively and developing positive
qualities such as optimism, trust, self-confidence, and determination. • Listen to your feelings • Express
them to those you trust • Maintain a positive outlook
Environmental
Good health by occupying pleasant, stimulating environments that support well-being. • A positive
environment has a calming effect • Find surroundings that encourage good physical and mental health •
Take the steps to feel safe in your environment
Financial
Satisfaction with current and future financial situations. • Make it a point to understand your finances •
Establish good financial habits • Plan for the future
Intellectual
Recognizing creative abilities and finding ways to expand knowledge and skills. • Be a lifelong learner by
expanding knowledge • Find creative outlets that stimulate you • Be open to new ideas, insights, and
wisdom
Occupational
Personal satisfaction and enrichment from one’s work. • Look for satisfaction from things you’re
passionate about • Consider volunteer work
Physical
Recognizing the need for physical activity, healthy foods, and sleep. • Reduce risk of illness by increasing
activity levels according to your abilities • Ensure you get a well-rested night of sleep • Choose healthy
foods • Explore the outdoors
Social
Spiritual
Expanding a sense of purpose and meaning in life. • Enhancing connection to self, nature, and others
brings balance and peace to your life • Take time to discover what values are most important to you
Wellness can be challenging and somewhat overwhelming at times. Striving to make small daily
improvements is the key to amplifying success. Embracing wellness is about life and living, and
becoming the healthiest version of you.