Health and wellness encompasses more than you might think. It is managing all aspects of your life from friends and family, to work and money. Whether you seek help from Health and Wellness books, embrace religion or try to go it on your own there are five things to consider when balancing health and wellness.
1. Health: Health can sometimes be out of our hands. However, living life in a healthy manner is not hard. It is always amazing how many people choose to lead unhealthy lives when it just takes a bit of effort to eat well and stay active. It does take a little more work, but it will help you remain healthy, avoid serious illness and also live longer.
2. Family and Friends: It is easy to get caught up in your own life and miss out on the important moments with friends and family. Finding time to spend with friends and family adds to your well being and happiness. Focusing on relationships as well as your children if you are a parent also plays a role in leading a more fulfilling life which in turn will help contribute to your health and wellness.
3. Finances: Money can be at the root of much stress and unhappiness. However when managed properly you can free yourself from the constant burden of debt so you are not always faced with the stresses of making ends meet. Knowing how to focus on your career and setting goals will help you avoid financial strains. Money does not buy you happiness, but it a necessary evil to provide the food, shelter and comforts to stay healthy.
4. Career: Finding a career you love is a luxury not many people enjoy. However knowing what you want to do and finding a way to do it no matter what stage you are in life is a blessing. Happiness plays a huge role in health and wellness and if you are truly unhappy in your work, finding ways to change your career will help you find true happiness.
5. Spirituality: Spirituality is different for all of us. For some it is communing with nature, for others it is finding comfort in religion and still others it is about awareness. Whatever it is for you, it is important to embrace it and keep it prominent in your life.
Health and wellness means maintaining peace of mind, living a healthy lifestyle and maintaining some form of spirituality in your life.
Dr. Sanjay Jain, MD, MBA board certified physician and author of one of the most inspirational Health and Wellness books, Optimal Living 360. To purchase your copy visit Domain.
