Wellness at Northwestern

Wellness is an ongoing process and a life-long journey, not a one-time event. Northwestern encourages and supports our students in taking action on all eight interconnected dimensions of wellness in order to build everyday habits, which improve quality of life. It may also help individuals live longer, manage current health conditions, and support recovery from illness, injury, and addiction.

Explore the Eight Dimensions

Physical

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Physical

recognizing the need for physical activity, healthy foods, and sleep, as well as preventing illness and injury or managing chronic health conditions. • Physical Activity • Diet/Nutrition • Sleep • Disease Prevention

Emotional

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Emotional

coping effectively with life and creating satisfying relationships. • Coping effectively • Relationships • Stress management

Social

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Social

developing a sense of connection, belonging, and a well-developed support system. • Communication skills • Connections & Belonging • Support systems

Intellectual

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Intellectual

recognizing one's creative abilities and finding ways to expand knowledge and skills. • Expanding knowledge & skills • Valuing & nurturing creativity, curiosity, lifelong learning

About the 8 Dimensions

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About the 8 Dimensions

Wellness is an ongoing process and a life-long journey, not a one-time event. Your overall well-being is the result of focusing intentionally and taking action on all eight interconnected dimensions of wellness. Health Promotion and Wellness, along with many other campus offices, encourages and supports Northwestern students in addressing all eight dimensions of wellness to build everyday habits, that improve quality of life. It may also help individuals live longer, manage current health conditions, and support recovery from illness, injury, and addiction.

Environmental

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Environmental

occupying pleasant, stimulating environments that support well-being. • Pleasant & stimulating social, living, working, study environments • Sustainability

Spiritual

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Spiritual

expanding a sense of purpose and meaning in life, including one's morals and ethics. It may or may not involve religious activities. • Values & Beliefs • Meaning & purpose in life • Can include Religion

Vocational

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Vocational

gaining personal satisfaction and enrichment from one’s work, whether that be academic work while in college or a job after graduation. • Academics • Internships • Job/Career

Financial

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Financial

satisfaction with current and future financial situations. • Satisfaction with current and future financial situations • Budgeting, money management skills

Wellness Feature

Spirituality at the Intersections

We are thrilled to welcome Chris Stedman, author of Irl, Faitheist, and the forthcoming Nothing in Particular, as a visiting scholar whose work at the intersection of secularity, meaning-making, and community aligns deeply with our ongoing research and assessment on students who fall somewhere in the ‘spiritual cracks’. Stedman’s visit provides a unique opportunity to explore how emerging spiritual identities are shaped outside traditional religious frameworks. He will lead two programs on sexuality and atheism, highlighting the cultivation of connection, purpose, and belonging in non-traditional ways. Co-sponsored by Health Promotion & Wellness, Center for Awareness, Response & Education, Religious & Spiritual Life, and the Gender & Sexuality Resource Center.

Sacred Desires: Sexuality & Spirituality
- Monday, May 5 | 6-7:30pm | Parkes 120
Nothing in Particular: A Lunch Conversation with Chris Stedman
- Tuesday, May 6 | 12:30-1:30pm | Parkes 120
Kindling Conversations: Atheism and Spirituality
- Tuesday, May 6 | 6-7:30pm | Parkes 122

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Additional Resources

Spirituality at the Intersections Event Series Info
chrisstedmanwriter.com
Questions?
- Email Eric at [email protected]

Wellness in Action

Health Promotion and Wellness

Health Promotion and Wellness (HPaW) is the primary provider of health promotion, education, and prevention programs and services on alcohol, other drugs, and wellness issues for Northwestern University students. HPaW engages students through campus-wide, group, and individual educational initiatives.

Campus Wellness Initiatives

Creating and maintaining a healthy and safe community that fosters student wellness is a shared responsibility. Read about how each of the groups below is working to create an environment in which all students can thrive.

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In Focus

Drop In Meditation

Wednesdays during the Academic Quarter

Guided Meditation/Mindfulness Practice | 12:15-12:45 pm | Multi-Belief Space, Parkes 204

Fridays during the Academic Quarter

Mindful Movement | 3:30-4 pm | Multi-Belief Space, Parkes 204 (accessible to all levels and abilities)
Guided Meditation/Mindfulness Practice | 4-4:30 pm | Multi-Belief Space, Parkes 204 (followed by snacks and community time)

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