Selfcare and Wellness
Term 3 Focus Areas
In Term 3 We Focus On
- Physical and mental health
- Mindful living
- Creative expression
8 Dimensions of Wellness
Intellectual
Recognizing creative abilities and finding ways to expand knowledge and skills
Career
Creating personal satisfaction and enrichment from one's work
Physical
Recognizing the need for physical activity, healthy foods, and sleep
Social
Developing a sense of connection, belonging, and a well-developed support system
Spiritual
Expanding a sense of purpose and meaning in life
Emotional
Coping effectively with life and creating satisfying relationships
Environmental
Occupying pleasant, stimulating environments that support wellbeing
Financial
Feeling satisfied with current and future financial situations
Emotional Wellness Tips: Getting Your Mind Right in These Times
Get Proper Sleep
Proper sleep is healthy sleep, which is between 7–9 hours daily. It's vital to your health and it allows you to better manage stress. Get better sleep by limiting your intake of caffeine, alcohol and electronics. You might want to limit those naps as well.
Be Around Positive People
Birds of a feather do flock together; the more positive people you're around, the better your life. Being around the right company brightens your attitude, makes you happier, earns you more money and increases longevity.
Practice Positivity
If you have areas where you think negatively (ex. job or relationship), focus on one and create a positive thought around it. Practice reinforcing a positive thought around that area. You can methodically approach each negative thought that way.
Get a Hobby
Hobbies reduce stress. They also allow you to enter into a "flow state". In this state, you become completely immersed in your hobby where time flies and your sense of self disappears. These are good things, invigorating things.
Relax More
Meditating, practicing yoga or taking a walk in nature are great activities that promote relaxation. Activities that incorporate mindfulness and breathing like tai chi also work.
Say 'No' More Often
Sounds hard but it's so worth it, especially with people who have no boundaries and overstay their welcome. Saying "no" sets boundaries, fosters mental stability, and increases your self-esteem and confidence.
Creative Expression
Creative expression allows for mindful creativity, improves thinking and focus, elevates mood, reduces anxiety, increases social connections, and many other additional benefits to one's mental wellness.
Where Do I Start?
Clubs, win blocks, and sports in school. Family or a friend to walk with, local gyms and fitness area student membership. Online programs for guided meditation and in home yoga sessions.