The Dimensions of Wellness

Emotional
Coping effectively with life and creating satisfying relationships.

Financial
Satisfaction with current and future financial situations.

Social
Developing a sense of connection, belonging, and a well-developed support system.

Spiritual
Expanding our sense of purpose and meaning in life. 

Occupational
Personal satisfaction and enrichment derived from one's work. 

Physical
Recognizing the need for physical activity, diet, sleep, and nutrition. 

Intellectual
Recognizing creative abilities and finding ways to expand knowledge and skills. 

Environmental
Good health by occupying pleasant, stimulating environments that support well-being. 

A circular graph that shows all of the dimensions of wellness included in the text
*Adapted from Swarbrick, M. (2006). A wellness approach. Psychiatric Rehabilitation Journal, 29(4), 311-314.