Physical Wellness
What are 3 resources at school or home you can utilize to improve physical wellness?
1. Gym
2. P.E./Health Class
3. Having a health screening/doctor visit
4. Sports club
True/False: I am not religious, so therefore I do not have to account for spiritual wellness.
False
Spiritual wellness is not about being religious. Spiritual wellness is about fulfilling your spirit, establishing morals/values, and providing meaning to life. Some people fulfill their spiritual well-being by practicing a religion, meditating, and searching for a deeper meaning in life.
What is emotional wellness?
Emotional wellness is identifying, understanding, and reacting to your feelings.
When you have a high emotional wellness, it does not mean that you are happy all the time. It means that you can identify your feelings and their source and manage them in a healthy way.
What is social wellness?
Social wellness is having relationships and interacting with others and how we maintain these things.
What are the 3 parts of the health triangle?
Physical, Mental/emotional, and social
How much physical activity should you get a day outside of regular walking/climbing stairs/etc?
It is recommended that you get at least 30 minutes of exercise every day or 60 minutes if possible. (No, going to the gym and standing around for 30 minutes does not count)
A component of Spiritual Wellness is having a set of morals and values. What is the definition of a moral or a value?
Moral- A set of beliefs that outlines what is right and wrong
Value- Things that have intrinsic (Inside yourself) worth that you see as being influential in your life and making decisions.
Stress Management is a part of emotional wellness. What is stress?
Stress is your physical, emotional, and mental response to life. Stress can be a time of feeling very overwhelmed and uneasy about situations.
Many things can be stressors in everyone's lives and they can vary from person to person. Stress can also look and feel very to different to everyone, so do not assume someone is not stressed just because they do not look like it.
What is a healthy relationship?
A relationship that brings you more happiness than sadness or stress. A connection that is formed is based on things such as trust, honesty, respect, support, equality, and good communication.
A healthy relationship should be any relationship in your life not just with a partner, but friendships, mentorships, and other other connection you form.
This is a sliding scale that allows you to assess your health status.
Health Continuum
How many hours of sleep should you get a night?
8 Hours!
Getting less than the recommended mount of sleep can lead to a decrease in academic performance, increased chance of getting sick, decreased mental health, and many more harmful effects.
What is the most environmentally friendly way to get around?
Walking or Biking
Walking or Biking can also contribute to improvements in your physical wellness as well!
What is mental health?
Mental health is the state of your mind and its well-being.
Mental health is not a bad thing and should be prioritized as much as physical activity. A healthy mind can directly relate to the health status of your body. You should take care of your mental health even fi you do not have a mental health disorder.
What are 3 ways to improve social wellness?
Join a club, Find friends who support you, Attend events that interest you and interact with people there, and maintain self-care practices
What are 3 tips for having good physical health?
1. Get 8 to 10hrs of sleep each night
2. Eat balanced meals
3. Engage in at least 60 min of physical activity a day.
4.Avoid risk behaviors
5. Practice good hygiene
What percentage of your diet should be fruits and vegetables?
50%
Making healthy food choices is hard at first, but over time it becomes second nature like grabbing that candy bar is right now. There are many ways that you can eat healthy and food still taste good. Do not be afraid to experiment and remember that a little portion control can go a long way!
What is environmental wellness?
Environmental wellness is understanding the relationship between your health and the environment. A unhealthy environment can negatively impact your happiness and well-being.
Name 3 ways to improve emotional wellness
Become aware of your various emotions, Journal, Talk to someone about your feelings, Find ways to reduce stress (Exercise, Play, Relax), Meditate, Reflect, Have a positive outlook, Employ gratitude
What is intellectual wellness?
Intellectual Wellness is the engagement of creativity and continuous learning in various aspects of life.
Engaging in behaviors to promote intellectual wellness, helps you to become more aware and well-rounded and curious to explore the world around you.
Your social network can include who? name at least 3
Family, friends, teachers, other community members.
What is the best time of day to exercise?
Whatever time works bets for you!
There is no set time of day you should or should not exercise. However, establishing a routine will help to regulate your sleep cycle. The most important thing is that you are exercising though, so make a plan that is best for you and stick to it even if it means you are in the gym at midnight or 7 am.
Name 3 ways you can improve your environmental wellness
Recycle, Conserve Energy (Turn off lights and electronics when you are not using them), Pick up trash on the ground, Spend time outdoors, Keep your room clean, Use reusable bags/bottles
What is self-care and is it selfish?
Self-Care Self-Care is the act of taking time for yourself to ensure the well-being of your mental, emotional, and physical health. No it is not selfish! It should be a priority in everyone's life.
You can practice self-care in a variety of ways that allow you to take time to reflect and become energized and happy.
Name 4 ways to improve intellectual wellness
Read, Learn a skill (Instrument, Sewing), Travel, Learn a new language, Attend conferences/speakers, Paint, Watch documentaries
One-half of all American adults live with a?
Chronic Disease