The purpose of this blog is to use the information I learn in Walden University’s “CH1002: Dimensions of Wellness” competency to reach my health goal of thinking positively every day. I believe that getting into the habit of positive thinking will have a healthy influence on each of the dimensions of wellness listed below:
Social health refers to one’s satisfaction in their social life. It has to do with their ability to act appropriately in social situations, and know how to maintain healthy interpersonal relationships. Social health is important to me because a lonely life is an unhappy life. Therefore, it is important to improve and maintain empowering relationships, as well as surround yourself with positive people.
Physical health refers to all the physical components of health. This includes the absence of injury, the absence of illness, the ability to bounce back from disease, immunity, a healthy BMI, good body functioning, and good fitness levels. Physical health is important to me because the greater your physical health, the easier it is for you to perform your daily activities.
Spiritual health can be religious or nonreligious. It involves a way of life, or a way of guiding one’s life, with the help of certain beliefs and values. Spiritual health is the least important dimension of wellness to me, due to unfulfilling experiences I’ve had in the past. However, I understand that spirituality can be rewarding to others, and sometimes give them hope in times of uncertainty.
Emotional health refers to the ability to express and control emotions, as they change with different life situations. Emotional health is the most important dimension of wellness to me, because it influences our whole outlook on life, and determines whether or not our goals are obtainable. Learning to understand and control my negative feelings, and making way for positive thinking, is something I am constantly working on.
Environmental health has to do with the external environment you live in. It involves your living condition, and what you do to conserve and improve your environment. This dimension of wellness is important to me because where we live and spend our time has a significant influence on our emotional and physical health, the other dimensions of wellness, and our general well-being.
Intellectual health refers to cognitive ability and brain power. A person that is intellectually healthy would be able to think clearly, learn, make decisions, reason, and analyze life challenges. Intellectual health is important to me because we need it to function every day and take control of our lives.
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