Tuesday, January 9, 2018

Anti Depression Wellness Wheel


Wellness Wheel (my personal examples)

prayer
mindfulness
deep breathing
music
connect with support
positive affirmations
guided imagery
humor
get little things done, make the bed, do the dishes
(sense of accomplishment)
grounding techniques
journaling
sunshine
walk outdoors
exercise
cheer someone up




Wellness Wheel List
There's the Wheel Of Life which has you score yourself in different categories.  And then there's the Wellness Wheel or Self-Help Wheel which contains suggestions for wellness in each category.


Physical

Safe Housing
Regular Medical Care
Eat Healthy
Exercise
Be Sexual
Get Enough Sleep
Take Vacations
Take Time Off
Massages
Bubble baths
Kiss
Ask For Nurture
Take A Walk
Turn Off Cell
Get 'Me' Time


Psychological

Self-Reflection
Therapy
Journal
Self-Awareness
Sensory Engagement
Aromatherapy
Draw
Paint
Go To Symphony Or Ballet
Relax In The Sun
Garden
Read A Self-Help Book
Join A Support Group
Think About Your Positive Qualities
Practice Asking And Receiving Help


Emotional

Affirmations
Self-Love
Self-Compassion
Cry
Social Justice Engagement
Laugh
Say "I Love You"
Watch A Funny Movie
Find A Hobby
Flirt
Buy Yourself A Present
Cuddle With Your Pet
Tell Yourself "You're Gorgeous!"
Practice Forgiveness


Spiritual

Self-Reflection
Go Into Nature
Find Spiritual Community
Self-Cherish
Meditate
Sing
Dance
Play
Be Inspired
Take Yoga
Play With Children
Bathe In The Ocean
Watch Sunsets
Pray
Find Spiritual Mentor
Volunteer For A Cause
Foster Self-Forgiveness



Personal

Learn Who You Are
Figure Out What You Want In Life
Plan Short And Long-Term Goals
Make A Vision Board
Foster Friendships
Go On Dates
Get Coffee With A Friend
Get Out Of Debt
Just Relax
Write A Poem Or A Book
Spend Time With Your Family
Cook Out
Learn To Play Guitar



Professional

Take Time For lunch
Set Boundaries
Do Not Work Overtime
Leave Work At Work
Do Not Work During Your Time Off
Get Regular Supervision
Get Support Of Colleagues
Take Mental Health Days
Learn To Say NO
Plan Your Next Career Move
Take A Class
Take All Vacation And Sick Days


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