core 1: resource management
wellbeing (MF1:fundamental concepts)
wellbeing - Refers to how well a person’s needs are met and how satisfied and fulfilled they are. It is related to the quality of life and can be measured by self-esteem, self-confidence, and ability to adapt and cope with change.
factors of wellbeing
factors | definitions | examples | links |
social | interacting with others | recreation, relaxation, friends, family, relationships, privacy | |
physical | sufficient food/clothing/shelter | sleep, rest, health care, physical activity | |
economic | maintaining a suitable income to participate in society, work satisfaction, job security | find and maintain employment, meet basic needs | |
emotional | feelings, processing emotions and change | attachment and bonding, stability, self-image/expression | |
cultural | customs, beliefs, values | religion, identity, community, country, food, heritage | |
spiritual | meaning of life, morals, ethics, purpose | religion, acts of kindness, ability to question, right vs wrong | |
needs vs wants (shesea)
Safety and security - personal comfort from the outside environment, such as privacy, a locked house, cyber security
Health - physically active, nutrition, illness, no matter what group they belong to
Education - formal education training in knowledge and skills to enhance and maintain wellbeing
Sense of identity - understanding who you are, feeling confident in one’s purpose in life,
Employment - earn an income, housing, food, clothing, allows to fulfil needs and wants
Adequate standard of living - food, water, shelter, survival and health, clothing, rest, clean air and surroundings