Wellness expresses itself in all parts of your life, including: Physical. Mental/emotional.

1. Wellness expresses itself in all parts of your life, including: • Physical. • Mental/emotional. • Spiritual. • Social.

2. Mental/Emotional and Spiritual Health • Mental/emotional and spiritual health are a part of wellness.

3. Mental/Emotional and Spiritual Health • A well person: • Maintains a strong sense of self. • Accepts new ideas and tries new behaviors. • Handles setbacks without loss of self-esteem. • Displays awareness of emotions, and expresses them appropriately.

4. Mental/Emotional and Spiritual Health • A well person also: • Recognizes emotional problems in self or others, and seeks help when needed. • Feels that life has meaning. • Manages stress with skill and enjoyment, not letting it become overwhelming.

5. Mental/Emotional and Spiritual Health Physical Health and Preventive Care • A well person will do the following to maintain physical health: • Get eight to nine hours of sleep each night. • Eat nutritious foods. • Maintain an appropriate weight. • Work to achieve and maintain physical activity.

6. Mental/Emotional and Spiritual Health Physical Health and Preventive Care • A well person will also do the following to maintain physical health: • Abstain from using drugs, including alcohol and tobacco. • Take preventive measures for personal safety. • Take measures to prevent infectious diseases. • Analyze health information and products. • Use the health care system wisely.

7. Mental/Emotional and Spiritual Health Social Health • A well person will do the following to maintain social health: • Develop supportive friendships. • Resolve conflicts. • Socialize well with others without the influence of drugs or alcohol. • Develop and maintain psychological intimacy with others.

8. Mental/Emotional and Spiritual Health Social Health • A well person will also do the following to maintain social health: • Form a successful long-term partnership. • Understand and accept his or her sexuality. • Understand the risks of STDs and pregnancy and take responsibility for his or her behavior. • Continue growing, learning, and facing new challenges throughout life.

9. Mental/Emotional and Spiritual Health Social Health • A well person will also do the following to maintain social health: • Know what is involved in facing death (one’s own or someone else’s) and accept grief in all of its stages. • Relate to the larger environment (home, community, world) and take a share of the responsibility for it.