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The Six Dimensions of Wellness
Six Dimensional Wellness Model:
Encompasses all aspects of body – mind – spirit
Recognized each individual as a whole person
Identifies potential for personal growth in multiple area
Creates an expectation for self-care and responsibility
Physical: (Week One) Promotes increased knowledge for achieving healthy lifestyle
and habits and encourages participation in activities contributing to high-level
wellness.
Components
Exercise
Nutrition
Sleep
Medical
Relaxation/Stress
Intellectual: (Week Two) Encourages individuals to expand their knowledge and
skill base through a variety resources and cultural activities
Components
Engage in lifetime learning
Use your mind
Learn and think creatively
Explore new areas
Emotional: (Week Three) Involves the capacity to manage feelings and behaviors
and accepting yourself unconditionally
Components
Self-awareness
Acceptance
Positive feelings
Management
Spiritual:
(Week Four) The process of seeking meaning and purpose in human
existence
Components
Morals and ethics
Value and belief system
Personal meaning
Hope and optimism
Self-determined, not always religiously based
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Social: (Week Five) Emphasized the creation and maintenance of healthy
relationships and encourages positive contributions to the welfare of the community.
Components
Interpersonal Relationships
Awareness of your importance in society
Initiating better communication skills
Environmental/Occupational: (Week Six) Creating balance and relationship
between our environmental needs and our personal needs
Components
Balance between work and play
Treasure earth’s natural resources