Intellectual health refers to continually challenging yourself through learning and experiencing new things. Fostering intellectual health helps us to critically think and develop positive coping skills when faced with a challenge. Activating your brain through practicing new skills and activities can also strengthen your memory and concentration. 

• Build a puzzle 
• Build something
• Try a new hobby 
• Read a book or graphic novel

Physical health refers to the state of your physical body. We can promote physical health and take care of our bodies through developing healthy habits that help them to function properly. These habits include healthy nutrition, regular exercise, and sleep. Increasing our physical health may also include good hygiene. 

• Eat a healthy snack
• Have a good night’s sleep
• Eat a healthy snack

Emotional health refers to our thoughts and emotions. Being aware and understanding of our feelings is essential. This allows us to value our emotions and helps us to process and express them in a healthy way. Fostering our ability to process our emotions also relates to strengthening our coping skills which we will need for the challenges in our lives. 

• Talk to a loved one
• Journal 
• Identifying your emotions

Social health refers to our connections with others. We do not need a lot of friends to be socially healthy. Social health is more about quality rather than quantity. However, we need partners, friends, and family members in our lives that support us and grow with us. To be socially healthy, we must also be supportive of others in our lives and foster healthy connections. 

• Call a loved one (or Zoom, FaceTime, Duo, etc.)
• Set time aside to connect with a loved one
• Play a game with a loved one

Environmental health refers to being aware of our personal environment and surroundings. It is necessary for us to understand how we impact our environment and how our environment impacts us. This is why we need to take care of our environment to foster our well-being.

• Recycle
• Clean your home/room
• Clean out your closet and donate clothes

Spiritual health refers to seeking meaning in our lives and our purpose. Our purpose is aligned with our personal morals and values, so it is vital to provide time for personal reflection. The creation of connections between ourselves and our environment can also promote spiritual health. These connections may be to our cultures, communities, or other groups! 

• Think about what is important to you
• Reflect on your values
• Connect with nature

Occupational health refers to the enjoyment of our jobs. It is important to feel fulfilled by what we are doing and feel that we are in a position where we can thrive. We can grow our interests by taking various classes. This will help us to choose a career that is best suited to our interests and talents, which will in turn increase our occupational health. In addition to being a student, you may also have a part-time job. Both can impact your occupational health.

• Try different option classes
• Explore career choices based on your interests
• Volunteer or get a job in a field that interests you