1. Health & Wellness
Cat Polivoda

2. Wellness Wheel

3. Physical Wellness
Physical Wellness: a perception and expectation of physical health.
Exercising regularly
Eating nutritiously and consciously
Getting enough sleep and physical rest
Getting regular physical check-ups
Avoiding/limiting the use of alcohol, drugs, and tobacco

4. Spiritual Wellness
Spiritual Wellness: a positive perception of meaning and purpose in life.
Being open to different cultures and religions
Giving your time to volunteer, participate in community service activities, and/or care for the environment
Spending time defining personal values and ethics and making decisions that complement them
Spending time alone in personal reflection and/or in spiritual activities
Caring about the welfare of others and acting out of that care

5. Social Wellness
Social Wellness: a perception of having support available from family, friends, or co-workers in times of need and a perception of being a valued support provider.
Being comfortable with and liking yourself as a person
Contributing time and energy to the community
Communicating your feelings
Developing friendships
Recognizing a need for “fun” time in your life
Budgeting and balancing your time to include both responsibilities and relaxation

6. Emotional Wellness
Emotional Wellness: possession of a secure self-identity and a positive sense of self-regard; also the ability to cope with and/or improve unpleasant mood states.
Keeping a positive attitude (in your own way)
Being sensitive to your feelings and the feelings of others
Learning ways to effectively cope with stress
Being realistic about your expectations and time
Taking responsibility for your own behavior
Viewing challenges as opportunities rather than obstacles
Functioning independently but knowing when you need to ask for help

7. Intellectual Wellness
Intellectual Wellness: the perception of being internally energized by an optimal amount of intellectually stimulating activity.
Learning because you want to – not because you are told to. Doing the work assigned.
Learning through varied experiences – reading, writing, sharing and exploration
Listening & observing what is around you
Finding applications for material learned in the classroom
Staying current with world affairs/news
Questioning and thinking critically
Exposing yourself to new experiences (e.g. arts, theater)

8. Environmental Wellness
Environmental Wellness: the positive perception of the environment that one works and lives in.
Being aware of your physical environment – both the spaces you occupy and the people and energies with which you surround yourself
Being aware of the natural environment you live in
Recognizing opportunities that lead you to new skills and acting on those opportunities to ensure the stability and longevity of our natural resources

9. Financial Wellness
Financial Wellness: Developing the skills you need to manage your finances responsibly. 
Learning to differentiate between necessities and luxuries
Living within your means
Educating yourself on financial literacy and making choices with the full information
Planning for future financial success; making responsible choices now to support your future plans
Accessing the resources and skills that allow you to accomplish your goals

10. Wellness Outlook
You might not be able to fit all desired actions or areas of wellness in to one day!
So, determine what your timeframe is. . .every day, every few days, each week, each month?
That being said don’t postpone wellness, health, and happiness!

11. Tips for Optimum Wellness & Avoiding Burnout
Take time to plan and assess
It’s ok to say “no”
Capitalize on “two birds one stone”-activities when appropriate
Be proactive to reduce stress
Recognize the “warning signs” of stress, acknowledge them, and take a moment
Take deep breathes when you need them and don’t be afraid to use a power pose
Do not underestimate the power of a good night’s sleep and drinking water!

12. Thanks & More INfo Thank you for your attention & participation!
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