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Exploring Spiritual Wellness for a Balanced and Meaningful Life

Spiritual wellness, as defined by Kate Gawlik, involves finding balance, purpose, meaning, connection, and self-reflection in life. This state of being is important for overall health, with evidence showing positive associations between spirituality and well-being. Signs of spiritual wellness include having a clear purpose, reflective alone time, and caring for others. Asking yourself key questions can aid in this journey, and practices like meditation, nature walks, and self-reflection can enhance spiritual well-being.

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Exploring Spiritual Wellness for a Balanced and Meaningful Life

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  1. SPIRITUAL WELLNESS BY KATE GAWLIK DIRECTOR OF UNDERGRADUATE HEALTH AND WELLNESS ACADEMIC PROGRAMMING, COLLEGE OF NURSING, OHIO STATE

  2. WHAT IS SPIRITUALITY? • Spirituality means different things to different people -A belief in God and active participation in organized religion - Non-religious experiences such as quiet reflection, private prayer, yoga, or meditation -Investment in personal relationships -Love for nature and community

  3. WHAT IS SPIRITUAL WELLNESS? • Balance • Purpose • Meaning • Connection • Self Reflection

  4. WHY IS SPIRITUAL WELLNESS IMPORTANT? • - Evidence suggests a positive association between spirituality involvement and multiple indicators of health • -The strongest evidence exists for the association between religious attendance and mortality, with higher levels of attendance predictive of a strong, consistent and often graded reduction in mortality risk

  5. SIGNS OF SPIRITUAL WELLNESS • Developing a purpose in life • Strengthening your willpower • Having the ability to spend reflective time alone • Understanding the connection between mind, body, & spirit • Taking time to reflect on the meaning of events in life • Having a clear sense of right and wrong, and acting accordingly • Having the ability to articulate your beliefs • Caring and acting for the welfare of others and the environment • Being able to practice forgiveness, empathy and compassion

  6. SPIRITUAL QUESTIONS TO CONSIDER • Key questions to ask yourself: • Who am I? • What is my purpose? • What do I value most? • What do I believe? • What makes me feel alive?

  7. SPIRITUAL QUESTIONS TO CONSIDER • Do you allow yourself time alone to reflect? • Do you pray? Or reach out to a higher power? • Do you think about the meaning of life? • How do you feel connected? • Do you pause to remind yourself that life is more than you?

  8. SPIRITUAL QUESTIONS TO CONSIDER • Do you take walks in nature? Appreciate the transformation of each season? • Do you put down your phone to just be? • Do you practice activities that allow you to slow down? • What kind of impact do you want to have on the world?

  9. PRACTICING SPIRITUAL WELLNESS • Explore your inner self. Take time to think about who you are, your values, and your beliefs • If you experience a life-changing event, take a few minutes to think about what series of events led to this • Spend time meditating or engaging in mindfulness

  10. PRACTICING SPIRITUAL WELLNESS • Find a mentor • Practice acceptance • Look for a religious faith that you agree with • Take a moment to explore your experiences a little deeper

  11. TIPS TO GET YOU TO A GREATER LEVEL OF SPIRITUAL WELLNESS •Think positive •Build resiliency •Be true to yourself •Reach your goals •Prioritize what is important •

  12. TIPS TO GET YOU TO A GREATER LEVEL OF SPIRITUAL WELLNESS •Support your well-being •Find out what you believe •Spend time alone •Travel •Try to pray or meditate if you do not •

  13. “When we expand our awareness, strengthen our center, clarify our purpose, transform our inner demons, develop our will and make conscious choices, we are moving toward deeper connection with our spiritual self.“ - Molly Young Brown

  14. CHALLENGE FOR SPIRITUAL WELLNESS Take time to connect with your inner self & answer the question “What makes me feel alive?”

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