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Wellness Corner : The Importance of Health & Well-being

Wellness is the act of attaining and maintaining an optimum balance of the mind, body and spirit. It is a conscious, self-directed, and evolving process of achieving one’s full potential. Wellness is positive, affirming, and contributes to living a long and healthy life, It is multicultural and holistic, involving multiple dimensions.

Health and Wellness are often used interchangeably but they both have a different meaning. According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), health is not just the absence of infirmity or diseases. It is a state of mental, physical, as well as social wellbeing.

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Wellness is the act of attaining and maintaining an optimum balance of the mind, body and spirit. It is a conscious, self-directed, and evolving process of achieving one’s full potential. Wellness is positive, affirming, and contributes to living a long and healthy life, It is multicultural and holistic, involving multiple dimensions.

Health and Wellness are often used interchangeably but they both have a different meaning. According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), health is not just the absence of infirmity or diseases. It is a state of mental, physical, as well as social wellbeing.

Components Of Wellness

flowPhysical wellness is about being physically fit and staying away from health issues by keeping your body in optimal condition. Read More Environmental wellness refers to your sense of safety, comfort, and connection with your physical surroundings.Read More Spiritual wellness is finding life’s purpose and meaning, and building a good relationship with ourselves and people around us. Read More Emotional wellness is about the ability to handle your thoughts and express your emotions without hurting people around. Read More Occupational wellness is achieving the right balance between work and leisure for a fulfilling personal and professional life.Read More Intellectual wellness is maintaining good intellectual health by learning new skills and improving your creativity.Read More Financial wellness is about how well a person manages their financial life and their ability to lead a successful financial life.Read More

Components Of Wellness

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Ageing affects your mind and body just as much as it does your emotions. Explore this section to learn how promoting healthy ageing may help manage well-being overall.

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