2023-08-30 19:16:37
In the search for a full and satisfying life, the concept of integral wellness It emerges as a guide to achieve a state of balance and harmony in all areas of our existence.
Below we share useful information about the dimensions of the integral wellness, the components that make it up and their relationship with human rights and social responsibility.
What is comprehensive wellness?
He integral wellness refers to a state of balance and satisfaction in all fundamental areas of life. It goes beyond the simple absence of disease and focuses on the active promotion of health and quality of life in various aspects: physical, emotional, mental and social. In essence, it is the art of cultivating a fulfilling and meaningful life.
How to achieve comprehensive well-being?
Achieving comprehensive wellness requires a holistic approach that encompasses various areas of life. This implies:
Physical care: Maintain a balanced diet, exercise regularly, get enough sleep, and undergo regular medical checkups. Emotional well-being: Cultivate emotional intelligence, manage stress and negative emotions, and foster healthy relationships. Mental Health: Practice mindfulness and self-reflection, seek professional support when necessary, and maintain a positive attitude toward life. Social well-being: Nurturing positive interpersonal relationships, feeling connected to the community, and contributing to the well-being of others.
Is it a human right?
Yes, comprehensive well-being can be considered an essential human right. The Universal Declaration of Human Rights establishes in its article 25 that “everyone has the right to an adequate standard of living that ensures their health and well-being, as well as their family”.
This underlines the importance of guaranteeing conditions that allow people to enjoy a full and healthy life in all aspects.
Responsibility in the guarantee of integral well-being
The responsibility of guaranteeing integral well-being falls on multiple actors. Governments have an obligation to create health policies and systems that promote prevention, access to health care and health education.
Communities must foster safe and collaborative environments. However, individual responsibility also plays a crucial role: each person has the ability and responsibility to make healthy decisions and seek well-being in their daily lives.
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Dimensions and components of comprehensive well-being
Comprehensive well-being is broken down into several interrelated dimensions:
Emotional well-being: It involves recognizing, understanding and managing one’s own emotions, as well as developing healthy interpersonal relationships.
Physical well-being: Refers to taking care of the body through a balanced diet, exercise, adequate sleep and hygiene practices. Social well-being: Involves the establishment and maintenance of positive relationships with friends, family and the community in general. Mental well-being: Includes keeping an active and balanced mind, cultivating resilience and seeking support in times of difficulty. Spiritual well-being: Not necessarily religious, this aspect relates to finding purpose and meaning in life. Environmental well-being: Involves living in a healthy and sustainable environment that supports health and well-being.
This content was prepared with information from the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Ministry of Public Education (SEP)
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