1. The Triangle Of Health Health is a combination of physical, mental, and social well-being. It might help you to think of health as a triangle. One side of the triangle is your physical health- the condition of your body. The second side represents your mental/emotional health- your thoughts, feelings, and emotions. The third side of the triangle is your social health- the way you relate to others.

2. Elements of Physical Health Keep fit by getting regular exercise. Eat a well-balanced diet. Maintain your ideal weight. Avoid alcohol, tobacco, and drugs! Get plenty of quality sleep time.

3. Elements of Mental/Emotional Health Accept yourself and like who you are. Express your feelings in a healthy way. Develop your critical thinking and decision- making skills. Strive to learn new information. Learn ways of dealing with life’s problems.

4. Elements of Social Health Get along with family members. Make and keep friendships. Work well in a group. Disagree with others without fighting. Give and get support when it is needed.

5. Wellness Wellness is the achievement of a high level of overall health. If you work at it, this high level of fitness can last for many years. Of course, you must take care of health problems as they come up. Even more importantly, you should look for ways to protect and improve your health. The sooner preventive health measures are put in place, the better!

6. Good Health Habits to Achieve Wellness Eat at least 3 meals a day at regular times. Get 8-9 hours of sleep per night. Do 30 minutes of exercise daily. Have regular medical & dental checkups. Use car seat belts & sports safety equipment. Avoid alcohol, tobacco, and illegal drugs. Practice stress management skills. Try to get along with family and friends. Think positively and try to have an upbeat outlook.