July is Social Wellness Month

BETTER HEALTH THROUGH BETTER LIVING

Healthy is the new “Happy”

During Social Wellness Month, break out of your fixed routine and vow to meet new people. Social wellness is all about your capability to bond with others and build satisfying relationships. Why is this so important? Well, the fact is, the more people you meet, the more likely you are to develop new hobbies and embark on journeys you never even imagined you would be a part of. You will get to hear new jokes, experiment, go to new places, get involved in new activities, etc. Most importantly, social relationships have a lasting impact on physical health!

Social Wellness Month was founded by Words of Wellness, a counseling group that understood the importance of socializing and building new bonds. However, during 3000–1500 B.C., ancient Hindu text emphasized the fulfillment of an individual’s needs that range from nutrition, hygiene, and exercise to social interaction. According to the text, a balance had to be maintained amongst all these factors to achieve harmony between body, mind, and spirit. These teachings were further complimented by the belief that health was affected by environmental friendliness and social interactions with friends, family, and neighbors can influence our overall well-being.

5 INTERESTING FACTS ABOUT SOCIAL WELLNESS

1. Those with a social network handle stress better.
2. Around 20% of Americans feel isolated in their free time.
3. Laughter, touching, and hugging can improve health.
4. Lack of companionship can increase cholesterol levels.
5. Love and warmth from people can increase immunoglobulin levels.

WHY SOCIAL WELLNESS MONTH IS IMPORTANT

1. It reiterates the importance of a social network. Though a lot of people are introverts and prefer spending time alone, Social Wellness Month highlights why it is essential to build a social network.
2. It highlights how essential relationships are. Believe it or not, making new friends can teach you a lot and can also have a positive effect on your mind, body, and soul. Social Wellness Month highlights how relationships can benefit you and help you grow.
3. It teaches how your network can be expanded. Try these tips to celebrate social wellness this month:
4. Plan a group activity. Go sailing, running, bowling, or any other activity you like to do with friends. The point is to be surrounded by people and simply have a good time.
5. Make a new friend. To build a network, you must make a new friend. This may be tough for a few people but it really isn’t as hard as it sounds. You can easily interact with people at a gym, a coffee shop, a bookstore, etc.
6. Volunteer. Celebrate the month by volunteering at a children’s home, a nursing home or assisted living facility, or any other place where you will get a chance to interact with new people.

Are you motivated to network and meet new people yet? Well, you have the entire month to plan out different activities and events that will help you mingle. All you have to do is focus on the long-term benefits of social wellness.

We hope that you find this information helpful.?Stay tuned for more information next month regarding other important health and safety tips.