THE DIMENSION OF WELLNESS

• I get enough sleep
  
  
• I minimize and/or avoid the use of all types of drugs (nicotine, alcohol, caffeine, illegal drugs, over-the-counter)
  
  
• I eat a balanced diet consisting of food high in complex carbohydrates and low in fat
  
  
• When I am ill, I seek medical care
  
  
• If I am heterosexual, I use an effective birth-control method consistently when I am intimate
  
  
• If I am sexually active, I minimize my risk of Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
  
  
• I take daily relaxation breaks
  
  
• I do not restrict calories, fad diet, or purge to get rid of excess calories
  
  
• I exercise aerobically three to five times a week (walking, jogging, biking, stairmaster, rowing, swimming, etc.)
  
  
• I exercise because it is enjoyable and beneficial to my heart and health, not only because it burns calories or fat.
  
  
• I do not over-exercise (for non-competitive athletes, 3-5 times a week is plenty)

• I am emotionally comfortable with my sexuality and current sexual practices
  
  
• I take responsibility for creating my feelings
  
  
• I express my feelings directly and often
  
  
• I have a high self-esteem
  
  
• I am free of self-destructive behaviors
  
  
• I take time out for introspection
  
  
• I am satisfied with the size and shape of my body
  
  
• I don't feel guilty when I fail to exercise
  
  
• I don't feel guilty when I eat high calorie foods
  
  
• I do not rely on drugs and alcohol as a way to manage stress
  
  
• I do not blame others for what I am feeling
  
  
• I treat myself as well as I would treat my best friend

• I enjoy my schooling
  
  
• I enjoy my job
  
  
• I work in a health place
  
  
• I stay current in my profession
  
  
• I earn a fair salary
  
  
• I am compatible with my co-workers
  
  
• I choose a job/major with the opportunity for growth
  
  
• My job is not in conflict with my personal values

• I stay current with local, national and world events
  
  
• I read materials which make me think
  
  
• I listen to and consider ideas different from my own
  
  
• I re-evaluate my judgment and opinions
  
  
• I appreciate the arts
  
  
• I am politically active

• I recognize my impact on the environment and its impact on me
  
  
• I minimize the use of disposable products
  
  
• I recycle (newspaper, glass, aluminum, plastic)
  
  
• I walk or bike to work or class
  
  
• I realize that my consumption today affects future generations
  
  
• I don't litter
  
  
• I enhance or clean up the environment
  
  
• I buy products and/or support companies which support the environment
  
  
• I support political leaders who are environmentally aware

• I care about others
  
  
• I recognize and appreciate interdependence
  
  
• I have several healthy, intimate relationships
  
  
• I'm involved in at least 1 university or community group
  
  
• I refrain from abusive relationships with members of same gender as well as opposite gender
  
  
• I contribute to the well-being of my family
  
  
• I have a positive effect on others
  
  
• I do not exploit, verbally abuse, physically abuse, or deceive others
  
  
• I value sharing time with others
  
  
• I appreciate cultural diversity and have friends from all walks of life
  
  
• I am satisfied with social life

• I have a sense of meaning and purpose in my life
  
  
• I mediate or pray regularly
  
  
• My actions reflect my spiritual beliefs
  
  
• I have thought about, and accepted, my death
  
  
• I have a feeling of peace
  
  
• I am comfortable with my spirituality at this time in my life
  
  
• I go to church, synagogue, spiritual meetings, or inspirational gatherings
  
  
• I take time out for introspection and reflection of a "bigger" picture

What items would you like to add to your wellness checklist?

Which dimensions have lots of check marks?

Which dimensions have only a few?

What changes are you willing to make which promote your health?