Social Wellness

Definition

The social dimension entails valuing living in harmony with your fellow human beings, seeking positive, interdependent relationships with others, and developing healthy communication skills. Social wellness involves embracing interconnectedness, and understanding how your actions affect other people and their community. Socially well people consciously choose to enhance personal relationships, nurture important friendships, and build a just and caring community. Research indicates that being socially well enhances physical and emotional wellbeing.

Practices that enhance social wellness include:

  • Building a strong social support network
  • Learning and practicing healthy communication techniques
  • Developing the ability to relate with people in a variety of settings
  • Dealing with interpersonal conflict in as healthy and respectful manner
  • Explore diversity by interacting with people of other cultures, backgrounds, and beliefs
  • Valuing time alone and time with other people
  • Being aware of the social concerns in your community and getting involved in solving community problems

Campus resources for attaining and enhancing social wellness