Well-being at NIU
Your Place for Wellness Support
NIU Well-being is a campus-wide initiative focused on supporting and enhancing the well-being of our entire community. Together we can help one another to succeed, thrive and be well. Here, you will find many tools, resources, programs and information to help support your wellness at NIU.
Be Well with the Dimensions of Wellness
Wellness is the ongoing process of achieving your potential. It’s about taking caring of all of you to live a healthier life and reach your goals. Your wellness is comprised of many areas that interact and complement each other. Hover your mouse or tap on each dimension below to learn more.
Dimensions of Wellness
Start improving your well-being by understanding the different areas of wellness.
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Emotional
Developing awareness and acceptance of a wide range of feelings in yourself and others.
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Environmental
Adopting lifestyle practices that actively help to create a safe, supportive and sustainable environment.
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Intellectual
The pursuit of lifelong learning through formal education and informal life experiences to expand knowledge, improve skills and explore new interests.
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Occupational
Choosing a career that is consistent with your values, interests and beliefs to enhance job satisfaction. Also, being aware of and understanding your personal financial situation.
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Physical
Engaging in practices that help your body function at optimal levels.
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Social
Building supportive relationships, as well as relating to and connecting with others.
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Spiritual
The ongoing process of finding meaning, purpose, and direction in your life.
Learn MoreWellness Resources
What is wellness? How can you be well? What are the Dimensions of Wellness? Learn more by checking out our wellness resources.
Programs and Services
Explore the many programs and services at NIU that can help support your wellness. Search by topic, Dimension of Wellness and more.
Wellness Self-Assessment
Not sure where to start? Our Wellness Self-Assessment will be available soon to help you understand your wellness and connect with personalized resources.
Worried about yourself or someone else? Crisis Resources.