{"id":24,"date":"2026-01-12T15:28:28","date_gmt":"2026-01-12T20:28:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/wellness\/?page_id=24"},"modified":"2026-03-25T12:52:40","modified_gmt":"2026-03-25T16:52:40","slug":"dimensions-of-wellness","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/wellness\/general-health-wellness\/dimensions-of-wellness\/","title":{"rendered":"8 Dimensions of Wellness"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull utkwds-full-width-hero has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover alignfull has-custom-content-position is-position-bottom-center\" style=\"min-height:600px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2200\" height=\"750\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-409 size-full\" alt=\"a student rides a bike pass the Power T on the road\" src=\"https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2026\/02\/20250827_Campus_Walk_CB_401_2200x750.jpg\" data-object-fit=\"cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2026\/02\/20250827_Campus_Walk_CB_401_2200x750.jpg 2200w, https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2026\/02\/20250827_Campus_Walk_CB_401_2200x750-300x102.jpg 300w, https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2026\/02\/20250827_Campus_Walk_CB_401_2200x750-1024x349.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2026\/02\/20250827_Campus_Walk_CB_401_2200x750-768x262.jpg 768w, https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2026\/02\/20250827_Campus_Walk_CB_401_2200x750-1536x524.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2026\/02\/20250827_Campus_Walk_CB_401_2200x750-2048x698.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2200px) 100vw, 2200px\" \/><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-0 has-background-dim\" style=\"background-color:#856b56\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-smokey-color has-white-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-f1768a71 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--medium);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--medium);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--medium);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--medium)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-c40a8074 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><h1 style=\"text-transform:uppercase;\" class=\"wp-block-post-title\">8 Dimensions of Wellness<\/h1><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The Center for Health, Education,&nbsp;and&nbsp;Wellness acknowledges that health and wellness is multifaceted and aims to promote a holistic well-being model across&nbsp;the 8 Dimensions of Wellness.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull utkwds-orange-bar-texture has-orange-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-dbf27b9b wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--small);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--small);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--small);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--small)\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull utkwds-media-text-cta has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-dbf27b9b wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--small);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--small);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--small);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--small)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-container-core-column-is-layout-c7b3064f wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What are the 8 Dimensions of Wellness<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>8 Dimensions of Wellness<\/strong> is a framework used to describe the multifaceted nature of well-being. Each dimension&nbsp;represents&nbsp;an important aspect of a person\u2019s health and contributes to overall life satisfaction and balance. Focusing on all dimensions helps to promote&nbsp;a holistic approach&nbsp;to health.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-utkwds-left-frame\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2026\/02\/20241120_ITAV_Band_BW_019.jpg\" alt=\"Christian Carroll, drum major for the Pride of the Southland Marching Band, smiling and stretching during practice on TRECS field.\" class=\"wp-image-408\" srcset=\"https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2026\/02\/20241120_ITAV_Band_BW_019.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2026\/02\/20241120_ITAV_Band_BW_019-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2026\/02\/20241120_ITAV_Band_BW_019-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2026\/02\/20241120_ITAV_Band_BW_019-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull utkwds-stack-3up has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-dbf27b9b wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--small);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--small);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--small);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--small)\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading alignwide has-text-align-center\">Explore Each Dimension of Wellness<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column utkwds-stack has-light-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-container-core-column-is-layout-89fc711d wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--small)\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/wellness\/general-health-wellness\/dimensions-of-wellness\/emotional-wellness\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2026\/02\/225570_181203_campus_life_006.jpg\" alt=\"Two students greet each other with a hug.\" class=\"wp-image-411\" srcset=\"https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2026\/02\/225570_181203_campus_life_006.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2026\/02\/225570_181203_campus_life_006-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2026\/02\/225570_181203_campus_life_006-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2026\/02\/225570_181203_campus_life_006-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-f1d49814 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\" style=\"padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--small);padding-bottom:0;padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--small)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\">Emotional<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Emotional wellness involves coping with life\u2019s challenges and building meaningful relationships. Resilience and optimism help navigate setbacks and foster mental health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"is-style-utkwds-single-link\"><a href=\"https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/wellness\/general-health-wellness\/dimensions-of-wellness\/emotional-wellness\/\" id=\"51\">Explore Emotional Wellness<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column utkwds-stack has-light-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-container-core-column-is-layout-89fc711d wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--small)\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/wellness\/general-health-wellness\/dimensions-of-wellness\/environmental-wellness\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2026\/03\/20250429_Garden_Party_CB_015-3.jpg\" alt=\"Students pose with flowers during Garden Party.\" class=\"wp-image-454\" srcset=\"https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2026\/03\/20250429_Garden_Party_CB_015-3.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2026\/03\/20250429_Garden_Party_CB_015-3-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2026\/03\/20250429_Garden_Party_CB_015-3-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2026\/03\/20250429_Garden_Party_CB_015-3-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-f1d49814 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\" style=\"padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--small);padding-bottom:0;padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--small)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\">Environmental<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Environmental wellness is about enjoying stimulating spaces that promote well-being. Taking care of the places where you live, work, and play supports your health and happiness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"is-style-utkwds-single-link\"><a href=\"https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/wellness\/general-health-wellness\/dimensions-of-wellness\/environmental-wellness\/\" id=\"52\">Explore Environmental Wellness<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column utkwds-stack has-light-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-container-core-column-is-layout-89fc711d wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--small)\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2026\/03\/20240430_Financial_Wellness_SB_019-2.jpg\" alt=\"A student worker stands behind the counter and speak to another student.\" class=\"wp-image-456\" srcset=\"https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2026\/03\/20240430_Financial_Wellness_SB_019-2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2026\/03\/20240430_Financial_Wellness_SB_019-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2026\/03\/20240430_Financial_Wellness_SB_019-2-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2026\/03\/20240430_Financial_Wellness_SB_019-2-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-f1d49814 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\" style=\"padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--small);padding-bottom:0;padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--small)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\">Financial<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Financial wellness means managing money to meet needs and achieve goals. Developing healthy financial habits reduces stress and builds long-term stability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"is-style-utkwds-single-link\"><a href=\"https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/wellness\/general-health-wellness\/dimensions-of-wellness\/financial-wellness\/\" id=\"53\">Explore Financial Wellness<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column utkwds-stack has-light-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-container-core-column-is-layout-89fc711d wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--small)\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/wellness\/general-health-wellness\/dimensions-of-wellness\/intellectual-wellness\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2026\/03\/20241204_Dead_Day_Study_SB_049-2.jpg\" alt=\"Two students working on their laptops in the library.\" class=\"wp-image-459\" srcset=\"https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2026\/03\/20241204_Dead_Day_Study_SB_049-2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2026\/03\/20241204_Dead_Day_Study_SB_049-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2026\/03\/20241204_Dead_Day_Study_SB_049-2-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2026\/03\/20241204_Dead_Day_Study_SB_049-2-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-f1d49814 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\" style=\"padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--small);padding-bottom:0;padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--small)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\">Intellectual<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Intellectual wellness focuses on expanding knowledge and creativity. Staying curious, learning new skills, and exploring diverse perspectives keep the mind active and engaged.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"is-style-utkwds-single-link\"><a href=\"https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/wellness\/general-health-wellness\/dimensions-of-wellness\/intellectual-wellness\/\" id=\"https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/wellness\/general-health-wellness\/dimensions-of-wellness\/intellectual-wellness\/\">Explore Intellectual Wellness<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column utkwds-stack has-light-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-container-core-column-is-layout-89fc711d wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--small)\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/wellness\/general-health-wellness\/dimensions-of-wellness\/occupational-wellness\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2026\/03\/52766565210_3b1cbf68a3_1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"Staff sits at a table and converses with one another\" class=\"wp-image-484\" srcset=\"https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2026\/03\/52766565210_3b1cbf68a3_1200x800.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2026\/03\/52766565210_3b1cbf68a3_1200x800-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2026\/03\/52766565210_3b1cbf68a3_1200x800-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2026\/03\/52766565210_3b1cbf68a3_1200x800-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-f1d49814 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\" style=\"padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--small);padding-bottom:0;padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--small)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\">Occupational<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Occupational wellness involves finding satisfaction in work while maintaining balance. Building positive relationships at work and prioritizing fairness helps prevent burnout.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"is-style-utkwds-single-link\"><a href=\"https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/wellness\/general-health-wellness\/dimensions-of-wellness\/occupational-wellness\/\" id=\"55\">Explore Occupational Wellness<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column utkwds-stack has-light-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-container-core-column-is-layout-89fc711d wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--small)\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/wellness\/general-health-wellness\/dimensions-of-wellness\/physical-wellness\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2026\/03\/20230404_Rock_Climbing_047-2.jpg\" alt=\"A student climbs up the Climbing Wall \u201cVol Wall\u201d in the Health, Physical Education, and Recreation Building (HPER).\" class=\"wp-image-462\" srcset=\"https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2026\/03\/20230404_Rock_Climbing_047-2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2026\/03\/20230404_Rock_Climbing_047-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2026\/03\/20230404_Rock_Climbing_047-2-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2026\/03\/20230404_Rock_Climbing_047-2-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-f1d49814 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\" style=\"padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--small);padding-bottom:0;padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--small)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\">Physical<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Physical wellness means caring for your body through nutrition, exercise, routine healthcare, and healthy habits. A strong body supports overall well-being.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"is-style-utkwds-single-link\"><a href=\"https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/wellness\/general-health-wellness\/dimensions-of-wellness\/physical-wellness\/\" id=\"56\">Explore Physical Wellness<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide is-style-default is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column utkwds-stack has-light-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-container-core-column-is-layout-89fc711d wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--small)\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2026\/03\/264458_20190823_Vol_Night_Long_013-2.jpg\" alt=\"a group of 9 students pose for a photo\" class=\"wp-image-458\" srcset=\"https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2026\/03\/264458_20190823_Vol_Night_Long_013-2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2026\/03\/264458_20190823_Vol_Night_Long_013-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2026\/03\/264458_20190823_Vol_Night_Long_013-2-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2026\/03\/264458_20190823_Vol_Night_Long_013-2-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-f1d49814 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\" style=\"padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--small);padding-bottom:0;padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--small)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\">Social<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Social wellness is about forming connections and belonging within your community. Healthy relationships with friends, family, and others create a strong support system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"is-style-utkwds-single-link\"><a href=\"https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/wellness\/general-health-wellness\/dimensions-of-wellness\/social-wellness\/\" id=\"57\">Explore Social Wellness<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column utkwds-stack has-light-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-container-core-column-is-layout-89fc711d wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--small)\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/wellness\/general-health-wellness\/dimensions-of-wellness\/spiritual-wellness\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2026\/03\/SL_Spiritual-Wellness_2026_SP-Medium.jpg\" alt=\"Center for Health Education and Wellness Director Yusof Al-Wadei speaks with UT staff on spiritual wellness, one of the 8 Dimensions of Wellness.\" class=\"wp-image-457\" srcset=\"https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2026\/03\/SL_Spiritual-Wellness_2026_SP-Medium.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2026\/03\/SL_Spiritual-Wellness_2026_SP-Medium-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2026\/03\/SL_Spiritual-Wellness_2026_SP-Medium-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2026\/03\/SL_Spiritual-Wellness_2026_SP-Medium-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-f1d49814 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\" style=\"padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--small);padding-bottom:0;padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--small)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\">Spiritual<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Spiritual wellness expands your sense of purpose and meaning in life. 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