8 Dimensions of Wellness

1

INTELLECTUAL

Personal interests, education, brain exercise, conversation

  • Consider becoming a member at the library.

  • Sign-up for computer classes.

  • Attend an organization's workshop, meeting, etc.

  • Research skills, trainings and attend some that interest you.

  • Play crossword puzzles, word searches, and complete puzzles.

  • Have intellectual conversations about interests and topics that interest you.

  • Learn something new.

 

Resources

Division of Student Affairs

Center for Student Excellence

Sims Memorial Library

2

FINANCIAL

Work, checking/savings account, debt, retirement/other accounts

  • Create a budget.

  • Have a savings goal.

  • Search career sites.

  • Update your resume regularly.

  • Consider financial planning.

  • Ask your bank about all the types of accounts available.

  • Use credible companies.

 

Resources

Office of Financial Aid

Office of Career Services

3

EMOTIONAL

Feelings/emotions, self-care, stress

  • Allow yourself to feel ALL your emotions.

  • Unplug from social media every day.

  • Learn to regulate your emotions.

  • Educate yourself on emotional boundaries.

  • Be mindful.

  • Maintain a daily routine.

  • Learn ways to manage your stress.

  • Make time for a hobby you enjoy.

 

Resources

University Counseling Center

4

ENVIRONMENTAL

Green living, change of scenery, home/work environment

  • Recycle.

  • Look for volunteer clean-up efforts.

  • Figure out what outdoor activities you enjoy.

  • Take a break and walk outside.

  • Make a schedule to clean your house, office, etc.

  • Research cleaning materials and determine what materials you should use that are environmentally friendly.

 

Resources

Physical Plant Services

Sustainability Center

5

OCCUPATIONAL

Work relationships, balance, and accomplishment

  • Think about where you are now in your career/life and pursue jobs that will work well within that framework.

  • Explore all job options.

  • Talk to your employer/co-workers about communication, individual needs, and work style.

  • Keep a calendar/planner.

  • Take time to think of what you enjoy the most and research careers in that area.

 

Resources

Center for Student Excellence

Office of Career Services

6

PHYSICAL

Nutrition, physical activity, sleep, alcohol/tobacco/drug abuse, preventative medicine

  • Meet with a dietician/nutritionist.

  • Visit websites like MyPlate.

  • Visit your local gym.

  • Talk to a personal trainer.

  • Create a sleep routine.

    • Visit HealthyPeople.gov for info on sleep.

  • Find support groups.

  • Consider counseling.

  • Talk to your doctor/healthcare provider.

  • Research medications and take them as prescribed.

  • Consider seeing holistic health care providers or attending a health fair.

 

Resources

REC Center

University Health Center

University Counseling Center

Collegiate Recovery Program

7

SPIRITUAL

Beliefs, involvement, time

  • Read about and understand other beliefs with an open mind.

  • Use your beliefs in your daily life.

  • Share your beliefs, values, and principles.

  • Learn about different organizations and groups.

  • Find a peaceful place to reflect and meditate.

 

Resources

Office of Student Engagement

Student Organizations

8

SOCIAL

Community, new people, and social time

  • Pick up your phone and connect with others.

  • Look online for groups/organizations that share the same interests as you.

  • Keep an open mind when meeting new people.

  • Reconnect with friends.

  • Organize a calendar with events and ways to connect with friends.

 

Resources

Division of Student Affairs

Office of Student Engagement