Physical, Mental, and Spiritual Well Being

Introduction:

The well-being of oneself is important, not only for the individual but also for the family, society, region, nation, and the world as a whole. A myriad of efforts are being made each day by a lot of people, both individually and as groups, to reach that superior level of well-being for everyone around, irrespective of their age, gender, race, religion, etc.

We all know the definition of health. It is not only about the well-being of the body but also about the mind and the spirit. One should be healthy physically, mentally, and spiritually. It is also that a healthy mind resides in a healthy body. So, for this, we should be aware at the level of the body first, then the mind, and finally, work on spiritual awareness.

The general factors required to accomplish physical, mental, and spiritual wellness remain the same. But, there can be specific variations in each component, like the required dietary pattern for each age range is different; the common illnesses among various races, in distinct regions, and at different ages are also variable.

What Is Physical Well-Being?

Physical wellness includes a range of healthy practices such as adequate exercise, appropriate nutrition, and avoiding harmful habits like drug usage and alcohol abuse. It also comprises learning about and identifying manifestations of diseases, going for regular medical checkups, and protecting oneself from injuries and harm. Establishing such healthy patterns today will not only add to a person’s life span but will also improve the delight and quality of these years.

Science has proved the strong relationship between nutrition and mental well-being in a tremendous way. The quality of the food you take in defines your overall physical and psychological well-being. It is true that we are what we eat; the recipe for a fit body and a healthy mind lies in the kitchen.

For the body, we should give importance to nutrition. The following tips can be adopted for good physical well-being:

• Take care of your diet, food combination, natural herbs, macrobiotics, etc.

• Omega 3 fatty acids, vitamin D3, and the vitamin B group are very important for brain health and should be consumed by natural sources. Supplementation may be needed if there is a deficiency of these nutrients.

• Exercise, yoga, walking, dancing, cycling, swimming, sports, etc., are helpful for the release of feel-good factors like endorphins, dopamine, and serotonin.

• Take adequate rest.

• Make strict use of seat belts, helmets, and other protective equipment.

• Grasp to observe early signs of illnesses.

• Eat different types of healthy foods.

• Control the size of your meals.

• Abandon smoking and abstain from second-hand smoke.

• Avoid alcohol or consume it in moderation, if at all.

What Is Mental Well-Being?

Mental wellness is a vital state that often fluctuates with the other six dimensions of wellness. Being mentally well is generally described as having the ability to feel and express human emotions like happiness, sadness, anger, frustration, etc. It means possessing the capability to love and be loved and attaining a sense of fulfillment in life. Mental well-being comprises optimism, self-esteem, self-acceptance, and the caliber to share feelings.

Good mental well-being is related to physical and spiritual well-being as well. So, it is highly important to attain it. The below-mentioned points can be followed to have mental wellness:

• Listen to your thoughts and feelings, and do not ignore them.

• Have an optimistic attitude towards life.

• Seek and provide help whenever required.

• Master time management skills and make them a part of the daily routine.

• Apply stress management techniques whenever needed.

• Accept and forgive yourself.

What Is Spiritual Well-Being?

Spiritual well-being means owning a set of guiding beliefs, principles, or values that aid in the direction of one's life. It involves a high level of faith, hope, and commitment to the individual beliefs that render a sense of meaning and purpose. It is also a willingness to seek meaning and motive in human existence, to be inquisitive about everything, and to appreciate the things which cannot be readily explained or understood.

This is basically to understand the self, "who I am." The answer to this question is everything in itself. At a spiritual level, you will be able to understand the purpose of your life and your existence. You will be able to see a lot of burdens with which you are walking.

This proves that we create every so-called illness in our bodies. The body reflects our thoughts and beliefs, "every cell within your body responds to every single thought you think and every single word you speak."

A spiritually healthy person seeks harmony between what lies within as well as the forces outside.

It is necessary to take medicines and appropriate treatment when we get an illness, but it is more important to take care of preventive measures so that there will be no need to take medicines. Spiritual well-being cannot be achieved without awareness and relaxation of the mind. So, to achieve that, the following tips need to be practiced :

• The best way is to meditate daily, and nothing can beat meditation.

• Relaxation techniques like deep breathing, biofeedback, water therapy, music, etc., will also help.

• Explore and know your spiritual core.

• Spend some time alone every day.

• Be inquisitive and curious about various things.

• Fully participate in everything you do.

• Tune in to your heart and live by your rules cum principles.

• Give yourself and everyone around you the freedom to be who they are.

• Look at opportunities for growth in the challenges life brings for you.

Conclusion:

To have that complete measure of health, let us move on a pathway to being physically, mentally, and spiritually fit. All it needs is to make minor changes to our lifestyle. Let us spread awareness, improve our lives, and increase our health and lifespan.