Welcome to HD
Welcome to the K-State Healthy Decisions website. Our goal is to help you succeed; in essence, we want you to achieving your personal goals by making good and positive decisions. Here, you can find information about K-State services, articles, brochures, student organizations, and more that are made available to you, as a K-State student. The resources are provided to help you succeed in all aspects of your life while you here.
Please take a look around and check out all the resources. We have put information into categories to assist in your search. If you do not find what you are looking for or have a question, please contact K-State HD.
Wellness Wheel
Wellness is defined as an active process of becoming aware of and making choices toward a more successful existence, or more simply, striving to be as healthy as you can be in all aspects of your life.
- Process means that improvement is always possible.
- Aware means that we are continuously seeking more information about how we can improve.
- Choices means that we consider a variety of options and select those in our best interest.
- Success is determined by each individual to be their collection of life accomplishments (Definition of Wellness).
The Wellness Wheel is designed to provide a visual representation of the different aspects of life and demonstrates the need for balanced or well-rounded lives. If you are overly abundant in one area, you may lack in another causing problems in your life.
Click on a piece of the wheel to find out what it includes.
Is your wheel balanced? Assess Your Life Balance and make a plan.
Intellectual - being internally energized by an optimal amount of intellectually stimulating activity
Here are a few ideas on how to become more intellectually well:
- Learning because you want to - not because you are told to
- Doing the work assigned
- Learning through varied experiences - reading, writing, sharing and exploration
- Observing what is around you
- Expanding and challenging your mind
- Finding applications for material learned in the classroom
- Exposing yourself to new experiences
- Staying up to date with world affairs/news
- Listening & Questioning
Is your wheel balanced? Assess Your Life Balance and make a plan.
Emotional - having a secure self-identity and a positive sense of self-regard; also the ability to cope with and/or improve unpleasant moods
Here are a few ideas on how to become more emotionally well:
- Keeping a generally positive attitude
- Awareness of and accepting a wide range of feelings in yourself and others
- Having methods to reduce stress before and after it arises
- Being realistic about your expectations and time
- Knowing your personal limits and acts accordingly by not overextending yourself
- Taking responsibility for your own behavior
- Dealing with your personal and financial issues realistically
- Viewing challenges as opportunities rather than obstacles
- Functioning independently but knowing when you need to ask for help
- Being aware of common mental health problems, issues, and signs of detection
Is your wheel balanced? Assess Your Life Balance and make a plan.
Physical - the perception of and expectation of physical health
Here are a few ideas on how to become more physically well:
- Exercising safely and regularly
- Understanding basic nutrition information
- Eating a balanced diet
- Getting regular physical check-ups
- Performing self-medical exams
- Avoiding drugs, such as tobacco and illicit drugs, that hinder physical health
- Washing your hands after using the restroom or handling raw foods
- Taking medication properly
- Evaluating physically risky situations
- Having strategies to manage stress
- Getting an adequate amount of sleep
Is your wheel balanced? Assess Your Life Balance and make a plan.
Spiritual – having a positive perception of meaning and purpose in life
Here are a few ideas on how to become more spiritually well:
- Spending time defining personal values and ethics
- Re-evaluating personal values over time
- Acting consistently with your beliefs and values
- Making decisions that complement your personal values and ethics
- Spending time alone in personal reflection
- Being open to different cultures and religions
- Giving your time to volunteer or participate in community service activities
- Caring about the welfare of others and acting out of that care
- Participating in spiritual activities
- Participating in activities that protect the environment
Is your wheel balanced? Assess Your Life Balance and make a plan.
Cultural - recognizing, understanding, and accepting the differences and similarities among people
Here are a few ideas on how to become more culturally well:
- Advocating and affirming cultural diversity
- Being conscious of your own cultural affiliations
- Understanding that each person’s cultural identity is unique and can be made up of many subcultures
- Recognizes the legitimacy and contributions of varying cultures
- Affectively communicating with members of different cultures
- Appreciating the uniqueness of each culture
Is your wheel balanced? Assess Your Life Balance and make a plan.
Occupational – having personal satisfaction and enrichment in one’s life through work
Here are a few ideas on how to become more occupationally well:
- Exploring your major and career options to find the best fit for you
- Recognizing opportunities that lead you to new skills and acting on those opportunities
- Conveying your values through your involvement in activities that are gratifying for you
- Developing functional, transferable skills through structured involvement opportunities, e.g. get involved in student organizations, research opportunities, or volunteer in the community
- Contributing your unique gifts, skills, and talents to work that is both personally meaningful and rewarding
- Ensuring work environment and relationships are comfortable
Is your wheel balanced? Assess Your Life Balance and make a plan.
Social - having support available from family, friends, or co-workers in times of need and being valued as a support provider
Here are a few ideas on how to become more socially well:
Is your wheel balanced? Assess Your Life Balance and make a plan.