9 Domains of Wellness
Domains of wellness provided by SAMHSA and Minnesota's Department of Health.
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9 Domains of Wellness
Wellness Definition:
Coping effectively with life and creating satisfying relationships.
Wellness Quote:
"Nurturing yourself is not selfish - it's essential to your survival and your well-being." ~ Renee Peterson Trudeau
Earn points through the Talent Gateway Challenges below:
- AEIOU - What Makes You Happy?
- What Civic Engagement Means to Me
Wellness Definition:
Good health by occupying pleasant, stimulating environments that support well-being.
Wellness Quote:
"The environment is where we all meet; where we all have a mutual interest; it is the one thing all of us share." ~ Lady Bird Johnson
Earn points through the Talent Gateway Challenges below:
- Are You An Active Citizen?
- Don't Be A Mess!
Wellness Definition:
Satisfaction with current and future financial situations.
Wellness Quote:
"There is no one giant step that does it. It's a lot of little steps." ~ Unknown
Earn points through the Talent Gateway Challenges below:
- Module: Learn About Financial Literacy
- Setting Financial Goals
Wellness Definition:
Recognizing creative abilities and finding ways to expand knowledge and skills.
Wellness Quote:
"Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving." ~ Albert Einstein
Earn points through the Talent Gateway Challenges below:
- Adding To Your Leadership Toolbox
- Finding Joy in Learning
Wellness Definition:
Personal satisfaction and enrichment from one's work.
Wellness Quote:
"Don't be pushed by your problems. Be led by your dreams." ~ Ralph Waldo Emmerson
Earn points through the Talent Gateway Challenges below:
- Participate in a Co-op, Internship, or Practicum
- Balancing What's on My Plate
Wellness Definition:
Recognizing the need for physical activity, healthy foods, and sleep.
Wellness Quote:
"Your body holds deep wisdom. Trust in it. Learn from it. Nourish it. Watch your life transform and be healthy." ~ Bella Bleue
Earn points through the Talent Gateway Challenges below:
- Participate on an Intramural, Club, or Varsity Team
- Stress Break
Wellness Definition:
Developing a sense of connection, belonging, and a well-developed support system.
Wellness Quote:
"One of the hallmarks of social wellness is being inclusive, not exclusive, with our friendship." ~ Laurie Buchanan, Ph.D.
Earn points through the Talent Gateway Challenges below:
- Attend 3 UM-Dearborn Campus Events
- Check-in with a Career Peer
Wellness Definition:
Expanding a sense of purpose and meaning in life.
Wellness Quote:
"When you discover something that nourishes your soul and brings joy, care enough to make room for it in your life." ~ Jean Shinoda Bolen
Earn points through the Talent Gateway Challenges below:
- Religious Exploration
- Explore Diversity on Campus
Wellness Definition:
Ability to be intimate with a partner, to communicate explicitly about sexual needs and desires, to be sexually functional (to have desire, become aroused, and obtain sexual fulfillment), to act intentionally and responsibly, and to set appropriate sexual boundaries.
Earn points through the Talent Gateway Challenges below:
- Sexual Assault Prevention Training
JED is partnering with Talent Gateway to help support overall wellness on campus. Talent Gateway is here to help you prepare for a successful life and career by offering experiential and reflective challenges that can be demonstrated in many areas of your life. Join Talent Gateway and participate in the challenges to earn points!