Penn State Health | BeWell
Penn State Health | BeWell

Who We Are

The strategic mission of the wellness program is to improve health, well-being and performance through awareness, education and engagement in dynamic and holistic wellness programs that feed body, mind and spirit so that we are the most engaged, productive, successful, confident and resilient we can be.

Our vision is to create an environment and culture in which every person feels inspired to live well and to find their unique path to well-being.

Wellness isn’t just about diet and exercise anymore. That’s why we chose to focus on eight dimensions of wellness: physical, social, occupational, environmental, financial, intellectual, emotional and spiritual. All of these dimensions work together and are integral to total well-being.

The BeWell program is designed to support the employees of Penn State Health. For Penn State College of Medicine employees, please visit faculty.med.psu.edu/wellness/ to learn more about wellness initiatives offered by the College.

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PHYSICAL Wellness

Part of overall health includes regular physical activity, a healthy diet and sufficient sleep. With the time pressures of work and home life, it is easy for these areas to be neglected, often with the thought that the time spent sleeping, cooking something healthy, or going for a walk could be better spent elsewhere; however, without these physical elements of wellness, it becomes harder to perform at a high level in the long–term. It is important to recognize that physical activity and maintaining a healthy diet do improve general well–being, which affects overall mental health.

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FINANCIAL Wellness

Satisfaction with current and future financial situations is a part of overall wellness and balance. It is important to keep in mind how you manage the day–to–day stress of living on a budget, along with having a plan for whatever your financial situation may be. Financial stresses can be significant, and managing them is the best way to promote wellness in this area.

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OCCUPATIONAL Wellness

It is important to find personal satisfaction and enrichment from your work.

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Social Wellness

In terms of happiness in your social life, it is vital to develop a sense of connection and belonging and to have a well–developed support system.

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SPIRITUAL Wellness

Spiritual wellness involves understanding your sense of purpose and meaning in life. It is a personal journey and could involve prayer, meditation, affirmations or specific spiritual practices that are meaningful. Using values, beliefs and principles to help ground your decisions and actions can lead to balance and overall wellness.

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EMOTIONAL Wellness

It is important to be able to cope effectively with life, and create satisfying relationships, in order to achieve the balance necessary to be mentally healthy and well. Emotional wellness involves being aware of and accepting your feelings; adjusting to change, both good and bad; coping with stress; and enjoying life despite occasional disappointments and frustrations.

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ENVIRONMENTAL Wellness

Good health is promoted when you occupy pleasant, stimulating environments that support well–being. There is no one–size–fits–all when it comes to environmental wellness. Each person has to find what works best for themselves. The key is to discover what environment promotes balance and wellness for you personally.

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INTELLECTUAL Wellness

A cornerstone of being a fulfilled person is intellectual growth, recognizing creative abilities and finding ways to expand knowledge and skills.

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