Dimensions

Physical wellness involves taking care of the body through a balanced diet, regular physical activity, restorative sleep, and the adoption of healthy behaviours. It requires recognising the body’s needs and making informed decisions that support health, energy, and disease prevention. An active lifestyle, combined with body awareness and adequate rest, is essential for maintaining good academic/professional performance and overall quality of life, especially during demanding periods.

Social wellness is reflected in the development of positive interpersonal relationships based on respect, empathy, and authenticity. It involves effective communication, building support networks, maintaining friendships, and collaborating with others within and beyond the academic community. The ability to set healthy boundaries, balance time alone with social time, and feel accepted as one is are key indicators of this dimension. A safe relational environment fosters mental health and a sense of belonging.

Spiritual wellness relates to the search for meaning, values, and purpose in life. It involves reflecting on one’s own beliefs and living in accordance with personal and ethical principles. This dimension strengthens compassion, hope, and the ability to face adversity with a sense of meaning. For the university community, cultivating spiritual wellbeing can help align personal, academic, and professional choices with what they truly value, fostering a more authentic, motivated, and thoughtful approach to their journey.

Environmental wellnessinvolves living consciously and responsibly within the physical and natural environment, promoting healthy, safe, and sustainable spaces. It includes attitudes such as preserving natural resources, recycling, conserving energy, and respecting the surrounding environment. Connection to nature and the mindful enjoyment of outdoor spaces support mental health and emotional balance.
Encouraging ecological practices and valuing shared spaces fosters active citizenship and a commitment to a more sustainable and fair future.

Financial wellness refers to the ability to manage personal economic resources effectively, ensuring basic needs are met in the present while planning responsibly for the future. It involves creating budgets, controlling expenses, using credit wisely, and building financial security. Promoting financial literacy is essential for supporting autonomy and establishing a solid foundation for long-term wellbeing.

Occupational wellness relates to achieving satisfaction and balance between academic, professional, and personal goals. For students, it is reflected in the perception that their university journey is meaningful, challenging, and aligned with their own interests and values. It involves finding motivation in daily tasks, developing skills, and envisioning purposeful career paths. It also includes learning to balance study, work, and leisure while respecting individual rhythms.
An inclusive, stimulating learning environment that supports personal and vocational development contributes significantly to this dimension. When well developed, occupational well-being enhances motivation, reduces the risk of burnout, and promotes personal fulfilment.

Emotional wellness refers to the ability to recognise, understand, and manage emotions in a constructive way. It involves accepting emotional diversity — such as joy, sadness, or frustration — with empathy and self-compassion. Healthy emotional balance is shown in the ability to communicate feelings, seek support when needed, and establish boundaries without guilt. Strengthening this dimension contributes to resilience, self-esteem, and the ability to cope with stress.

Intellectual wellness is associated with ongoing learning, critical thinking, and curiosity. It involves developing organisational and problem-solving skills, as well as being open to new ideas, perspectives, and experiences. Intellectual autonomy fosters reflection, creativity, and a sense of personal achievement.
This dimension is essential for academic and professional success, as it strengthens adaptability and innovation. Those who invest in their intellectual growth tend to engage more actively with knowledge, becoming more aware of their beliefs, interests, and life goals.