Dimensions of Wellness
This dimension is about your body, exercise, sleep, and nutrition.
Physical Wellness
Not having enough time is an example of this kind of barrier.
Individual Barrier
Headaches and fatigue are examples of stress affecting this dimension.
Physical Wellness
What’s the first step in making a decision?
Identify the problem
What does the “S” in SMART stand for
Specific
Having strong friendships and support systems relates to this dimension.
Social Wellness
Living in a food desert with no fresh produce is an example of this.
Environmental/Systemic Barrier
Stress before a test or big event is called this.
Short-Term/Acute Stress
What should you always consider when making a choice?
The possible consequences
or
Pros & Cons
Why is this goal not a SMART goal? “I want to eat healthier.”
It’s too vague and doesn’t include any SMART elements like how, when, or how much.)
When stress makes it hard to focus or think clearly, this dimension is impacted.
Intellectual Wellness
Peer pressure is an example of this type of barrier.
Social Barrier
Stress that continues for weeks, months, or longer is called this.
Chronic Stress
True or False: Good decision-making only affects you.
False
Which part of SMART asks if your goal connects to what really matters to you and your life right now?
Relevant
This dimension connects to having values, beliefs, and purpose in life.
Spiritual Wellness
True or False: Stress is always a negative barrier.
False
This technique uses your senses to reduce stress.
3-2-1 Grounding
Name one factor that can make decision-making harder for teens.
Peer pressure, stress, emotions, etc.
Which part of SMART makes it possible to track your progress?
Measurable
Which dimension includes caring for surroundings and safe environments?
Environmental Wellness
List two common barriers teens face when making healthy choices.
Time, money, stress, peer pressure, environment, etc.
Name one way chronic stress can harm long-term health.
Weak immune system, cardiovascular disease, anxiety, depression
Give an example of a good decision a teen might make for their wellness, and explain why it’s a good choice.
Ms. Mooney to judge
Examples: Choosing to go to bed earlier → better energy/health; choosing to walk away from conflict → reduces stress, etc.
Rewrite this goal to make it SMART: “I want to get more sleep.”
Ms. Mooney to judge
Example: “I will go to bed by 10:30 p.m. on school nights for the next 4 weeks.” → Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound