Health & Wellbeing @ Furman
Furman University is committed to the health and wellbeing of our students, staff, faculty and community.
Wellbeing is about the whole person. Here at Furman, it’s about our eight dimensions of wellbeing. A balance of these dimensions allows us to live our best lives through resilience, rewarding relationships and purpose – wherever life may take you. Learn more about these dimensions of wellbeing below.
Contents
- The Okanagan Charter
- Wellbeing vs. Wellness
- 8 Dimensions of Wellbeing
- Resources
- Social Media
- Upcoming Events
- Contact Us
The Okanagan Charter
Furman University has adopted the Okanagan Charter in its ongoing commitment to embed health and wellbeing into all aspects of our campus culture. Click to learn more about the Charter and what Furman is doing to lead health promotion action and collaboration locally and globally.
Wellbeing vs. Wellness: What's the difference?
Wellbeing encompasses the broader holistic dimensions of a well-lived life. Wellbeing includes the presence of positive emotions and moods, the regulation of negative emotions, and satisfaction with life, fulfillment, and positive functioning.
Wellness describes a healthy lifestyle beyond acute illness. It refers to a state of physical health in which people have the ability and energy to do what they want to do in life, without chronic suffering. Although wellness means something different at every stage of life, it is primarily supported through habits of eating, physical activity and quality sleep that lead to positive health outcomes.
