What is Wellness?

well·ness
ˈwelnəs/
noun

1. the quality or state of being healthy in body and mind, especially as the result of deliberate effort.

2. an approach to healthcare that emphasizes preventing illness and prolonging life, as opposed to emphasizing
   treating diseases.

Wellness and the Holistic Model

Wellness is the choice we make to have a positive approach to life. -In order to maintain and pursue a life of health, we aim to live a balanced & positive life, and thus sustain our wellness. Living a life of wellness is holistic, addressing various facets. -Often summarized as mind-body-spirit/soul.

As your Wellness Educator and/or Consultant, I will you to recognize strengths and weaknesses, as it relates to understanding of thoughts, feelings, actions, health, and well-being. Through facilitating customized activities in mindfulness, yoga, creative expression (writing, drawing, movement, etc.), team building, and emotional intelligence techniques, you will feel supported in beginning to address health and wellness holistically. Introducing effective and simple self-care strategies, for integration into the day-to-day, I can assist you in understanding and addressing all domains of wellness and creating a life that is more full and ultimately healthy. 

With a background in dance and fitness, mental health and rehabilitation, nutrition, supplements, and essential oils, I am equipped with over 10-years experience, training, and knowledge in holistic health, healthy living, wellness, and well-being.

Workplace Wellness

Available for single workshops, training packages, and consulting services to improve employee well-being.

• Topics/themes: Stress management, self-care, and burnout prevention, through mindfulness, meditation, stretching, creativity, interactive team building, and yoga.

• Consulting projects include: assessment of employee interest, engagement, implementation and review of outcomes.

Benefits of a Workplace Wellness series:

• Progressive increase in employee knowledge and application of techniques, thus reducing workplace stress and burnout.

• Stress is linked to physical and emotional well-being (weight, nutrition, fitness), therefore a decrease in stress level can lead to reduced medical need, incidents, and illness, including: blood pressure, obesity, mental illness, and substance related issues.

• Reduced workplace stress = happier employees, less sick time, and reduced turnover.

• Return on Investment (ROI): $3-6 return on every $1 invested in workplace wellness programming!
  

RESOURCES: 

HTTPS://WWW.CDC.GOV/WORKPLACEHEALTHPROMOTION/MODEL/IMPLEMENTATION/PROGRAMS.HTML

HTTP://NEBAF.ORG/LIBRARY/WELLNESSPROGRAMS.PDF