about your taking care of yourself.
That includes your health, both physical and emotional, AND it also includes having fun and building your relationships. Wellness, simply put, means doing what you need to do in order to be and stay well.
It ranges from managing your meds and continuing your treatment plan, if you have one, and/or getting regular check-ups by your doctor to going for a walk to let off steam. It might mean you need to make time to spend with family or friends or read a good book.
Wellness means eating healthy whenever possible and finding ways to include physical activity into your routine, like stretching when you wake up in the morning or walking the dog for an extra 10 minutes.
Wellness Tips & Advice
Check back for updates on tips and advice on wellness. Some of these ideas below are meant to be "quick & easy" things you could start trying today, while other things might require a little planning ahead. Either way, the only way to build a habit around wellness is to do it.
So, write yourself a note with a reminder to drink more water or ask a friend to remind you to "count to 10" when they see you beginning to get annoyed... whatever little trick you can think of to help you build some healthy habits.
The tips below are taken from the Harvard University Health Services, Center for Wellness.
- Replace your soda, juice, or coffee with a glass of water, and you've taken one small but important step toward well-being. Learn more - why drinking more water keeps you healthy.
- Invest in the relationships that bring meaning to your life and that you know will be with you for the long haul. Learn more - tips on how to be a good friend.
- Try doing something creative for five minutes everyday. Draw a quick picture with colored pencils just for fun or write a short poem. Even the smallest burst of creativity may inspire you. Learn more - why is creatvitiy important?
- If it's close enough, walk to the next bus stop. Especially with the weather becoming nicer, plan extra time to walk to the next bus stop instead of taking the closest one. Learn more - how physical activity into your day can make you healthier and feel good.
Teen Health Resources
Here are a few additional resources related to wellness. If you have suggestions, please email the webmaster; we're always interested in adding useful information so visitors can get the most from the site.
Teens Health Website: Teen Food & Fitness
Kids Out And About Website: Activities in the Rochester Area
