Lesson 14 Wellness

Lesson 14 Wellness 5th-8th

WELLNESS IS...

is the act of practicing healthy habits on a daily basis to attain better physical and mental health outcomes, so that instead of just surviving, you're thriving. 

This is the WELLNESS WHEEL. There are 8 components that make up the total YOU!!!

We will discuss four important parts that you as kids have control over.

• Spiritual Wellness

• Emotional Wellness

• Physical Wellness

• Social Wellness

Spiritual Wellness

is attained through our relationship with God. Through Faith and Prayer we make peace with our lives. This also leads to positive physiological effects on us. Our stress is lowered.

Poll

How do you feel after attending mass service or confession?

• Calm

• Relaxed

• Regular

• Happy

Emotional Wellness

will inspire self-care, relaxation, stress reduction and the development of inner strength. It is important to be attentive to both positive and negative feelings and be able to understand how to handle these emotions. Emotional wellness also includes the ability to learn and grow from experiences.

Poll

How are you at handling your emotions?

• Good

• Average

• Work in Progress

Physical Wellness

is your body's ability to function at an optimum rate for you without being easily fatigued by ordinary daily tasks.

Poll

How do you feel after a workout or PE class?

• Tired

• Energetic

• Good

• Happy its over

Social Wellness

We are human beings and it is in our nature to be SOCIAL. To seek out relationships with others to live happy lives.

Open Ended

With the COVID having all of us away from each other, what are you not enjoying or missing about the distance we are going through?

It is important to talk about what you are feeling with someone you trust.

Look for guidance with a teacher, a coach, a mentor or at best...your parents. It's important they know how you are feeling.

So play hard, say what you feel, and then pray and love God.

Know that you are LOVED. Lets try and be WELL Saints.