Month: May 2019

Mind (The emotional/mental dimension)

What That Means

  • Encouraging positive attitudes
  • Supporting stress management
  • Supporting intellect and learning
  • Fostering sensitivity to the feelings of both self and others

Supporting Activities

  • Identifying resources for mental and emotional support
  • Stress reduction classes
  • Offering activities such as films, book and discussion clubs, classes and workshops
  • Volunteering opportunities

Body (The physical dimension)

What That Means

  • Fitness
  • Exercise and sports
  • Diet and nutrition
  • Sleep quality
  • Preventive healthcare

Supporting Activities

  • Community walks and walking events
  • Fun runs
  • Classes on healthy diet
  • Farmers Market activties
  • Information on health resources

 

Spirit (A sense of purpose & meaning in life)

What That Means

  • Time for reflection
  • Connection with others
  • Connection with nature
  • Personal values and ethics
  • Spiritual or religious beliefs
  • Openness to different people or cultures

Supporting Activities

  • Woodland hiking activities
  • Meditation and yoga classes
  • Book reads

 

Community (The social/ environmental dimension)

What That Means

  • Social connections and support
  • Attention to environmental quality such as water, air, and homes
  • Parks and greenways
  • Fostering communication

Supporting Activities

  • Events that promote socialization and decrease loneliness
  • Events that bring people into  parks and greenways
  • Events that promote discussion and collaboration
  • Volunteering opportunities