By: Shannon Early-Rice
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How are the mind, body, and spirit
connected.
Ways to keep the body health
Healthy formula (CREATION)
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The mind, body, and spirit are closely
related.
Any setback in one area drastically impacts
the other areas.
Do not focus on just one aspect of your
health (example: losing weight, eating
healthy, or looking younger) while ignoring
other elements.
You will get the best results when you give
attention to all areas of your health—
mental, physical, and spiritual
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Move your diet away from processed foods.
Increase fiber and nutrient-rich foods.
Reduce sugar and fat, especially animal fat.
Use nothing that tampers with the nervous system.
Caffeine, nicotine, alcohol, and drugs can all alter the delicate
balance of brain chemicals, not to mention the danger of
addiction.
Exercise in moderation.
Over-demanding exercise programs lead to giving up. Make
sure you enjoy yourself. Walking is actually the best allaround exercise.
If possible, walk in the morning sun, which has moodelevating benefits.
Work, recreation, and social life must be kept in balance.
A Formula for Living to the Fullest To achieve a
healthy mind, body, and spirit, try using the
CREATION Health acronym as a guideline.
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C-Choice
R-Rest
E-Environment
A-Activity
T-Trust
I-Interpersonal Relationships
O-Outlook
N-Nutrition
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Make good decisions.
Choice is the first step toward improved
health.
You must make the choice to accept a
healthier way of living.
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Rest involves getting good sleep and taking
time to relax.
According to the National Sleep Foundation
the recommended sleep guidelines are as
follows:
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Teenagers 14-17 years: 8 to 10 hours
Young adults 18-25 years: 7 to 9 hours
Adults 26-64 years: 7 to 9 hours
Older Adults>65 years: 7 to 8 hours
Relaxation lowers blood pressure and reduces
stress.
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Environment is our external world but also
affects what happens within us for the better
or worst
Example: A person growing up in an abusive
environment (victimized by parent(s) or
spouse) may grow up abusing self or others.
Reasons to exercise daily
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Helps you lose weight and keep it off
Increases stamina and lessens fatigue
Strengthens your immune system
Reduces risk of high blood pressure, diabetes, and other
conditions
Helps manage existing health conditions, such as heart
disease
Strengthens your heart
Lowers bad cholesterol
Reduces depression and anxiety and helps you relax
Helps the older population stay active and independent
Increases life expectancy
Trust in God speaks to the relationship between
spirituality and healing. A link exists between
faith and wellness.
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Proverbs 3:5-8 calls us to acknowledge the
connection of spirit and body:
Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean
not on your own understanding;
In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He
shall direct your paths.
Do not be wise in your own eyes; fear the
Lord and depart from evil.
It will be health to your flesh, and strength to
your bones.
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Interpersonal relationships strengthen our
well-being.
Social connection fortifies our resolve and
improves our health
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Outlook creates our reality.
Our mind influences our body, our attitude,
and impacts our health
Think positive thoughts/stay away from
negative things and/or people.
Nutrition is the fuel that drives the whole
system.
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How are the mind, body, and spirit
connected.
Ways to keep the body health
Healthy formula (CREATION)