What Exactly Do You Mean by Wellness?

When you say "I'm fine" or "doing well" or "great", what do you mean? What makes you feel well? Who is responsible for the quality of your life? What is wellness?

In 1960s Halbert L. Dunn first used the term wellness. He referred it to "a lifestyle approach that pursued elevated states of physical and psychological well-being. He described it as a disciplined commitment to self-mastery,"

Wellness means a healthy balance of the mind-body and spirit that results in an overall feeling of well-being.Wellness is an ongoing process. It is a way of living so that you don't get sick frequently and improves or strengthens your immunity. It involves your physical, mental, psychological, emotional and spiritual health. Being well suggests good health, aliveness, and energy as well as a great sense of well-being.

You alone are responsible for the quality of your life. So, shed your laziness and make a conscious decision and follow a lifestyle that will ensure your long term, all round wellness.

Find some interesting hobby, read good books, talk to positive people, eat well, learn to laugh, make friends and have fun with them, play something and help others. Do whatever that makes you feel happy and good. A fine example is the Punjabi kudi depicted in the film Jab We Met. Hug people (be cautious!). It can do wonders. Both to you and the other person. You remember the "jaddu ki jappi" in the film Munnabhai MBBS?

Soak in a spa, enroll for a gym, sign up for an oil massage, take a leisurely bath, or go for long walks at a beach, meditate, listen to soothing music, practice yoga, or try some breathing exercises like pranayama. Your ability to handle your emotions in a positive and constructive manner, and the inner quality of being compassionate; loving; forgiving and joyful will help you to achieve overall wellness.

Wellness is a philosophy of life. It is a conscious decision to follow healthy lifestyle doing things that are immensely satisfying for your wellbeing in the long run. It is a lifelong pursuit. It is a matter of your health and wellbeing! So take your daily dose of wellness and enjoy living!