Wellness philosophy
Wellness is intensely personal, and is more than attending only to one or some elements of your health and wellbeing. It’s about mindfully deploying your limited resources across all of the dimensions of wellness in each and every moment in service of your best self. There is no right answer, there is no good or bad. There is only you and your journey.
My wellness philosophy is built on two key concepts, and the first comes from my father. Growing up, whenever I became overwhelmed, his sage advice, simply uttered, would be the grounding I needed. “One pair of hands, Suze.” A reminder that I can not do it all, no matter how much I feel that I should.
The second came later in life but is just as powerful, reminding me that I’m on a journey, that I’m fallible, and that not being perfect is okay. Progress, not perfection.
Read more about each of the dimensions of wellness below.
Emotional.
Having an awareness and acceptance of your feelings without judgement. Enjoying life, believing that the disruptions and disappointments along the way are opportunities for growth.
Social.
Having a sense of connection and belonging. Surrounding yourself with your support system - family, friends, a significant other. Community.
Intellectual.
Recognizing and nurturing your creativity. Expanding your knowledge and skills, and exploring beyond the known of your world.
Spiritual.
Having a sense of purpose and meaning. Living true to your core values and identity. Leading your life by following your North Star.
Physical.
Caring for your physical self through activity, nutrition, and sleep.
Financial.
Planning, budgeting, saving, cash and credit management, coupled with risk awareness.
Occupational.
Using your strengths to contribute in a way that is meaningful to you. A sense of belonging and comfort in your job.
Environmental.
Living a lifestyle that fosters a connection to and joy from your physical environment.