In many magazines sold across the country, you may see the words "health" and "wellness", often phrased together, very frequently in grocery stores, television commercials, etc. galore! But what does it truly meant to create a wellness lifestyle for yourself?
Living a healthy lifestyle isn’t only about getting regular exercise or eating tons of fruits and vegetables– it’s about maintaining balance in your life that feeds your physical, spiritual and emotional health. A wellness lifestyle has potential to address physical health ailments, mental health conditions, emotional imbalances, stress, sleep insomnia, and more. A wellness lifestyle can be ingrained in your family life, career, and even your spiritual ambitions. Spending less time on any one of these things can lead to an unbalanced life that could likely hurt your health in major way.
Consider these factors when adapting a more balanced lifestyle!
Spiritual
Grow one’s sense of meaning in life. Explore ways you can define your purpose and destiny in life. Perhaps this is cultivated by journaling or meditating. Try new ways to seek understanding.
Emotional
Ability to understand and manage one’s feelings. No one can control your emotions better than YOU. Wellness matters because everything we do and every emotion we feel relates to our well-being. Consider the way that you respond and react to different circumstances.
Intellectual
Expanding one’s skills, creativity, and knowledge. This can be in the form of reading books, joining an active Facebook group that inspires your habits and hobbies, or even picking up a course at your local community college. Discover new ways to open your mind.
Social
Create positive interactions and relationship with your community. As humans, we need connections with our family, friends, and romantic relationships. Connection and belonging are essential for a healthy and happy life. Attempt to step outside of your comfort zone to learn from others.
Career
Finding purpose and meaning in one’s passionate work. If your job is not bringing you peace and you are in a secure place to change your workplace, I encourage the thought. However, if you are not, try to lively your work space by bringing fresh flowers or place a pick of your favorite family vacation memory on your desk. This will inspire you to blossom in your work place.
Physical
Establish proper eating habits, mental health routines, and exercise. Appreciate your body by implementing a clean diet that is nutritious for your body. Wellness is an active process of becoming aware of and making choices toward a healthy and fulfilling life.
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