While good health may be attained through different means by different people, its goal is one: To achieve a complete, happy and fulfilling life.

Three pieces of holistic health: Solve it for a great life

1)      Physical Wellbeing

The ability to perform daily routine activities, without being hindered by physical limitations, body pain, or any physical health indicators. Most times, your lifestyle choices around diet, sleep, physical activity, hygiene, and relaxation are the direct determinants of your physical health.

2)      Mental Wellbeing

Being in a state of consciousness in which an individual realizes his or her own abilities, can cope with the normal stresses of life and work productively, and is able to make a contribution to his or her community. It is fundamental to your ability to think, emote, interact with each other, earn a living, and enjoy life.

3)      Social Wellbeing

Being in the sense of belonging to a community and making a contribution to the society.

In simple words, it can be defined as the sharing, developing, and sustaining of meaningful relationships with others.

Take charge of your health: Some quick tips

For a Healthy BODY

·       Stay active & workout regularly

·       Add strength to your sessions with workout essentials.

·       Eat a nutritious & balanced diet

·       Get enough sleep & adequate rest time.

·       Take your medicines on time

·       Do not self-medicate. Visit the doctor when needed.

·       Go for preventive health check-ups regularly.

·       Preventive health check-ups reduce the risk of chronic lifestyle diseases by 50 to 60%.

For a Healthy MIND

·       Don't hold back. Share your thoughts honestly and seek support from your loved ones.

·       Take out 15-20 minutes daily to meditate.

·       Take regular breaks from social media.

·       Spend more time doing things you like.

·       Make journaling a part of your daily routine.

·       Notice if you get stuck in your head. Stop overthinking.

·       Get enough sleep & adequate rest time.

·       Overthinking can lead to destructive & unhealthy patterns. An expert can help you deal with it.

For a Healthy SOUL

·       Build a healthy circle of friends and well-wishers around you.

·       Recognize if someone in your life is being toxic and take steps accordingly.

·       Spare more time to reconnect with old friends and people who make you feel loved.

·       Participate in social and community driven activities.

·       Strive to achieve a healthy work-life balance.

·       Take care of yourself before caring for others.

·       Sometimes, self-care also means self-pampering. 

Medically Reviewed by

Dr. Shruti Mahato, Consultant Physiotherapist