The Meaning of Wellness

• Physical education
• Secondary Education
• Age 11,12

Physical Education And Sport 

Miss Prescott

Form One Z

The Meaning of Wellness

Today's Objectives 

• Define wellness 
• Identify the 8 dimensions of wellness.
• Understand what each dimension of wellness looks like 
• Reflect on ways they can improve their personal wellness.

Wellness is ...

Wellness

“Wellness is an active process through which people become aware of, and make choices toward, a more successful existence.”

(NWI, n.d.)

What are some Choices that we can make towards a more successful existence?

8 Dimensions of Wellness 

Different areas of well-being that contribute to an individual's overall health and quality of life. 

Physical 

1.  Maintaining a healthy body through regular exercise,
2.  Proper nutrition, 
3. Sufficient sleep, 
4. Routine medical care. 

It includes making lifestyle choices that prevent illness and promote physical health.

Emotional 

1. The ability to manage emotions effectively
2.  Cope with stress
3.  Maintain a positive attitude.

It includes self-awareness, self-care, and seeking help when needed

Social 

Focuses on building healthy relationships and maintaining strong support networks.

 It involves effective communication, empathy, and respect for others.

Intellectual 

Encourages engaging in mentally stimulating activities, expanding knowledge, and developing critical thinking skills. 

Lifelong learning and creativity are key elements.

Spiritual

 Involves having a sense of purpose, meaning in life, and alignment with personal values or beliefs. 

It may or may not include religious faith.

Environmental

Promotes living in harmony with the Earth by understanding the impact of one’s habits on the environment and surroundings.

Occupational 

Wellness - Refers to finding satisfaction and enrichment in one’s work or academic life. It includes balancing work and life, feeling valued, and setting career goals.

Financial

Manage finances effectively 

Make informed decisions

Prepare for future needs. 

It reduces stress associated with money.

Physical Wellness 

Spiritual Wellness

Financial Wellness

Emotional Wellness

Occupational  Wellness

Social Wellness

Environmental Wellness

Intellectual Wellness

Having a supportive network of friends.

Saying "no" when you need to with out feeling guilty 

Enjoying and appreciation g time outside in natural settings

Not living beyond your means 

Seeking out new experiences and challenges .

Understanding how to balance work with leisure.

Having a clear sense of right and wrong and acting accordingly 

Sleeping getting 7 hours of sleep

Which of the following best defines wellness?

1. The absence of disease or illness in the body.
2. The ability to lift heavy weights and run long distances.
3. A state of overall well-being that includes physical, mental, and social health, and involves making deliberate choices for a healthy and fulfilling life.
4. A medical treatment plan provided by a doctor.

How many dimensions of wellness are there?

1. 5
2. 9
3. 6
4. 8

“If a student is feeling stressed but doesn’t talk to anyone, which area of wellness is being affected?”

1. Social
2. Intellectual
3. Emotional
4. Spiritual

How is your Physical Wellness Right now ?

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Home Work 

Next Week:

Tell me how you could improve on your Physical Wellness.