Spiritual wellness is being connected to something greater than yourself and having a set of values, principles, morals and beliefs that provide a sense of purpose and meaning to life, then using those principles to guide your actions.

Take a moment to assess your own spiritual wellness by asking yourself the following questions. <ol><li>What gives my life meaning and purpose? </li><li>What gives me hope? </li><li>How do I get through tough times? Where do I find comfort? </li><li>Am I tolerant of other people’s views about life issues? </li><li>Do I make attempts to expand my awareness of different ethnic, racial and religious groups? </li><li>Do I make time for relaxation in my day? </li><li>Do my values guide my decisions and actions? </li> </ol>

Many of the behaviors associated with overall wellness are key components of spiritual wellness. Examples include volunteering, being positive and optimistic, contributing to society, connecting with others, feeling a sense of belonging and practicing self-care.

One Piece in a Larger Puzzle

When striving to develop and practice your own spiritual wellness, it is best to find the technique and approach that works for you; similar to the other dimensions of wellness, there is no “one size fits all” approach. Your journey to spiritual wellness may involve the following: <ul><li>Practicing meditation or yoga </li><li>Praying or taking part in organized religion </li><li>Spending quiet time alone pondering the meaning of life </li><li>Building awareness through journaling </li><li>Serving your community, spending time in nature, appreciating music and the arts </li> </ul>

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