Lifetime Wellness
Benefits of Healthy Relationships Social and emotional support Reduced likelihood of becoming ill Decreased recovery time following an illness Support healthy habits and/or lifestyle choices
Characteristics of a Successful Friendship Companionship Respect Acceptance Help Trust Loyalty Reciprocity
Characteristics of Strong Families Commitment Appreciation Communication Time Spiritual wellness Ability to cope with stress and/or crisis
Keys to Good Communication Self-disclosure Listening Feedback
Life-Enhancing Measures Challange your mind Plan for social changes Develop physical fitness Eat wisely Maintain a healthy body composition Control drinking and overdependence on medications Don’t smoke Recognize and reduce stress
Managing Medical Problems Know when to see a doctor Become informed about self-treatment options Communicate with your primary care doctor Become knowledgable about complementary and alternative medicine
Environmental Problems You Will Face Population growth (overcrowding) Pollution Global warming Thinning of the ozone layer
How to Battle Environmental Problems Be fuel and energy efficient Cut down on waste and recycle Conserve water Support organizations and political candidates that support the environment
References Fahey, T.D., Insel, P.M. & Roth, W.T. (2003). Wellness for Life. In T. Dorwick & V. Mailinee (Eds.), Fit & Well: Core concepts and Labs in Physical Fitness and Wellness (pp. 393-408). Dubuque, IA: McGraw- Hill.