Spiritual Wellness

Refers to the values and beliefs that give us a sense of purpose in life

Spiritual wellness refers to the core dimension of you, your innermost self, and includes recognizing our search for meaning and purpose of existence and developing an appreciation for life and the natural forces that exist in the universe.

It can be nurtured or cultivated through prayer, meditation, time in the natural world, deep listening and self reflection.

Questions to ask yourself:

Am I taking the time to determine what values and beliefs are important to me? Have I considered talking to others about those values and beliefs?
Do I make time for mindfulness, meditation or prayer?
If I have experienced loss, how have I done so?
If I belong to a religious community, how am I connected to this group?
Do I show respect and consideration for the beliefs and traditions of others?

Resources

91快活林 is home to more than 50 student organizations that focus on spirituality or religion.

The chapel offers a quiet and peaceful place for prayer, meditation or reflection on weekdays from 9 a.m. to sunset when classes are in session. The chapel is nondenominational and not affiliated with any one religion; all are welcome.

Located on the fourth floor of the University Union, the Union Meditation Room is a quiet space open for meditation, prayer and reflection whenever the Union is open.

Practicing yoga provides spiritual benefits and brings more balance to your life by improving awareness; helping you relinquish control; aligning mind, body and spirit; calming the mind and strengthening a connection with a higher power. Learn more about .

Person receiving a professional shoulder massage

Massage is a powerful way to connect your spirit with your physical body by providing grounding, meditation, care for one鈥檚 own body and distribution of energy. Licensed massage therapists provide 91快活林 students, faculty and staff with to reduce stress.

91快活林 students, faculty and staff volunteering at a food bank

Volunteering empowers us to make tangible differences around us. It creates a sense of purpose, cultivates gratitude, connects us with a higher power, strengthens community bonds and grows empathy and compassion. See volunteer opportunities , and . Watch for other opportunities like , and .

External Resources

Togetherall is an online community free to all students, faculty and staff to share鈥痜eelings anonymously and get support to improve mental health and wellbeing. Interactions are monitored by licensed, registered mental health practitioners. It provides courses for specific concerns to help people learn ways to manage mental health.

Located on the fourth floor of the University Union, the Union Meditation Room is a quiet space open for meditation, prayer and reflection whenever the Union is open.