Check out the links below for resources to help support holistic development and well-being!
Check out the links below for resources to help support holistic development and well-being!
Physical wellness involves maintaining a balance between physical activity, proper nutrition, and everyday life! Engaging in regular exercise and fueling our bodies with healthy foods supports overall holistic development!
Explore the Resources Below for More Information on Physical Activity and Nutrition!
Physical Activity
Examples of Physical Activities
Changing Your Habits for Better Health
Nutrition
Components of a Healthy Eating Plan
Delicious Healthy Dinner Recipes
Academic/Intellectual wellness involves staying organized and focused on being the best student you can be! Since students spend the majority of their day in school, promoting academic wellness and building a positive relationship with school in general is key to holistic development!
Explore the resources below for tips, strategies, and ideas for setting your student up for academic success!
Tips for Building Academic Wellness
Tips for Effective Studying
Strategies for Reading Retention
Time Management Tools
How to Avoid Procrastination
5 Ways to Help Students Conquer Procrastination
Strategies to Overcome Procrastination
Create a regular homework routine at home and limit screen time - (e.g., a set time and space)
Pick the same time each day to work on homework
Use the same space and remove distractions
Consider removing TV, Tablets, Phones, etc.
Ensure it is quiet and not filled with distractions like younger siblings, animals, etc.
Limit, Remove, or Use Screen Time as Leverage
Remove Phones from the study area (Calculators can be used instead of phones)
Studies show excessive screen time can lead to poor mental health and a decrease in grades.
Consider having a Screen-Free night and playing a family game or reading stories
Tutoring, Homework Help & Educational Websites
Incentives and Rewards
What does your student like to do? Use this as an incentive for them to earn if they complete homework. Be careful when punishing or removing privileges for poor grades; this technique works with some students, but others do not respond. Instead, create an academic plan for success! (Example Below)
Social well-being is our ability to communicate with others, develop and maintain positive relationships, identify others' emotions, and respond empathically! Emotional well-being is our ability to cope with stressors, identify what we are feeling, and manage our emotions in a positive and supportive manner (Arizona State University, n.d).
Students who develop healthier social and emotional well-being have improved personal and social skills, attitudes, positive social behavior, and academic performance. It is also shown to reduce activity in problematic behavior and emotional distress (Durklak et al., 2022, as cited in American School Counselor, 2023).
Explore the Resources Below for More Information on Enhancing Your Social-Emotional Wellness!
Self-Awareness
Mindfulness
What is Mindfulness and How Do You Do It?
Empathy
5 Tips for Empathy-Building in Youth
Emotional Regulation
Social Skills
PBS Kids: Social Skills for Children
20 Evidence-Based Social Skills Activities and Games for Kids
I encourage students to adopt environmentally friendly habits. Check out the resources below for tips to increase Environmental well-being!
Occupational wellness involves exploring work opportunities that best fit you! By maintaining a healthy work-life balance and finding a career we are passionate about, we can improve our overall wellness! It is never too early to begin thinking about possible career choices.
Explore the Resources Below for More Information on Careers!
Information About Career Clusters
North Carolina DNCR Career Resources
National Geographic Kids Career Quiz
Tips to increase occupational wellness:
● Develop an impact mission to feel good about the work accomplished
● Find role models in your field
● Love what you do, do what you love, and enjoy it
● Explore work opportunities that interest you
● Balance your work with both leisure and family time
(8 Habits for Establishing a Holistic Well-Being for Students)
Financial wellness refers to overall financial health, knowledge, and security! Studies show that students' knowledge about financial topics has decreased over the last 20 years (Financial Industry Regulatory Authority, 2018). Financial wellness contributes to overall health and well-being!
Explore the Resources Below to Learn More About Improving Financial Wellness!
The Link Between Health and Financial Wellbeing
Financial Literacy: What is Credit