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graphic of the 7 dimensions of wellness

emotional_wellness

  Emotional

   Coping effectively with feelings & thoughts to build resiliency.

   Action Plan

  • Take appropriate steps to cope with problems having to do with emotional wellness.
  • Tune into your personal thoughts and feelings.
  • Actively communicate your feelings.
  • Create opportunities for valuable conversations and discussions.

physical_wellness

  Physical

Prioritizing nutrition, physical activity, sleep and health related behaviors to create a resilient body.

   Action Plan

  • Go on an adventure.
  • Walk your dog.
  • Cook with friends/family.
  • Train for an event.

spiritual_wellness

  Spiritual

Possessing a set of values & beliefs that help give direction to one’s life.

   Action Plan

  • Take “quiet time” to meditate.
  • Think or just breathe.

social_wellness

  Social

Developing a sense of connection and belonging through relationships with friends, family & community.

   Action Plan

  • Make an effort to meet your neighbor or members of your congregation.
  • Join or even form a club or team.
  • Designate a night out with friends.

envrionmental_wellness

  Environmental 

Occupying, preserving & sustaining pleasant & stimulating natural & built environments.

   Action Plan

  • Engage in environmentally responsible activities.
  • Keep the company of healthy people.
  • Maximize personal harmony with the Earth while minimizing harm to it.

financial_wellness

  Financial

Living within your means, successfully planning for current & future financial needs.

   Action Plan

  • Take steps to become fully aware of financial state and budgets.
  • Save and manage finances in order to achieve realistic goals.

creative_wellness

  Creative

Experiencing satisfaction & enrichment from self-expression in work, play & life activities.

   Action Plan

  • Art, music, dance, writing, and drama are considered the traditional creative arts, but you can seek out dozens of creative pursuits as part of a wellness plan to help you lower stress, form new connections, and simply be happier.

YOU at CU Denver

Take care of your wellness. Find tips and tools for everything from your mental and physical health, to friendships and finding balance. It’s all here at CU Denver.

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Lola & Rob Salazar Student Wellness Center

1355 12th Street

Denver, CO 80204


lynxwellness@ucdenver.edu

303.315.WELL (9355)

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