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"When looking at spiritual wellbeing it is important to nurture the spirit, whether it is through culture, language, ceremonies, religion or the creative arts, such as writing, drumming, dancing or drawing."
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This circle illustrates the Mental, Emotional, Spiritual and Physical dimensions that are necessary for a healthy, well, and balanced life.
It is critically important that there is balance between these dimensions of wellness and that they are all nurtured in tandem to create a holistic level of well-being, one in which all four areas are strong and healthy. Examples of wellbeing: When looking at mental wellbeing, consider looking at career satisfaction and stress management. When looking at emotional wellbeing, it is important to nurture relationships and identify support networks. When looking at spiritual wellbeing it is important to nurture the spirit, whether it is through culture, language, ceremonies, religion or the creative arts, such as writing, drumming, dancing or drawing. When looking at physical wellbeing, consider nutrition, physical activity, and weight management. [Hope, Help, and Healing: A Planning Toolkit for First Nations and Aboriginal Communities to Prevent and Respond to Suicide, 2015] >> Third Circle: Values of Wellness |