Wellness Dimensions Vocabulary

Flashcards covering key vocabulary terms from Chapter 9 of Educational Psychology for Learners: Connecting Theory, Research, & Application, focusing on wellness dimensions.

Wellness

A continual active process of gaining awareness and making choices toward a satisfying and fulfilling existence.

Self-care

Taking care of yourself by engaging in healthy and revitalizing behaviors.

Physical Wellness

Taking care of the physical body by means of a healthy diet, regular exercise, sufficient sleep, and good hygiene habits.

Intellectual Wellness

Taking part in mentally challenging and creative learning activities that foster curiosity, expand knowledge, demand self-control, and promote open-mindedness.

Emotional Wellness

Being aware of your feelings and psychological needs.

Self-Esteem

The value you place on your own characteristics, abilities, and behaviors.

Social Wellness

Satisfying personal relationships and the importance of community support in daily life.

Spiritual Wellness

Discovering purpose and meaning in life experiences.

Occupational Wellness

Recognizes the value of work-life balance as well as the relationship between career satisfaction and personal enrichment.

Financial Wellness

The balance between having a healthy state of well-being today while preparing financially for tomorrow.

Environmental Wellness

Focuses less on the climate and more on an individual's personal spaces, including dorm rooms, study spaces, and work environments.