Hettler’s

Six Dimensions of
Wellness
Emotional Wellness

Helps you handle life’s challenges better.

Teaches you to manage your feelings well.
Encourages you to take responsibility for your actions.
Shows you that mistakes are opportunities to grow.
Helps you feel less stressed.
How to Improve Your Emotional Wellness

Express your feelings.

Take a deep breath before reacting.
Try relaxing activities like meditation.
Stay close to family and friends.
Set goals and forgive yourself when things don’t go
as planned.

Occupational Wellness

Helps you do better in school and work.

Makes your workspace healthier.
Keeps you from getting sick from work.
Builds good relationships with peers.
How to Improve Your Occupational Wellness

Set goals for school and work.

Learn new things that can help you at school or work.
Stay motivated and don’t give up on your goals.
Enjoy what you do and find what you’re passionate
about.
Be positive with your peers.

Social Wellness

Makes you feel supported by friends and family.

Stops you from feeling lonely or stressed.
Helps you get along with others.
Makes you feel like you belong.
Let’s you help others and make your community
better.
How to Improve Your Social Wellness

Spend time with friends and family each week.

Be there for your friends and family when they
need you.
Listen to others even if you don’t agree.
Join groups where you can meet new people.
Volunteer to help people in your community.

Intellectual Wellness

Encourages you to learn new things.

Makes you curious about the world.
Helps you solve problems.
Challenges your mind to think in new ways.
How to Improve Your Intellectual Wellness

Read books and magazines.

Learn new skills or take classes.
Write stories or poems to express yourself.

Physical Wellness

Keeps your mind healthy.

Helps your body work well.
Stops you from getting sick often.
Makes your muscles and bones strong.
Boosts your immune system.
How to Improve Your Physical Wellness

Exercise every day, even if it’s just for a little while.

Walk or bike instead of using a car.
Take the stairs instead of the elevator.
Eat healthy foods and drink water.
Make sure you get enough sleep each night.

Spiritual Wellness

Gives you hope and a positive attitude.

Helps you understand the meaning of your life.
How to Improve Your Spiritual Wellness

Try yoga to relax your body and mind.

Spend quiet time alone outside.
Meditate for a few minutes each day.
Take walks in nature and enjoy the beauty around you.
Take breaks from technology to focus on yourself.