August 1st kicks off National Wellness Month—a perfect time to take your self-care routine to a “higher” level. What is wellness, anyway? Some might say that being well is the opposite of being sick. But that’s just a small part of a much bigger picture. Common wisdom among licensed therapists and self-appointed Instagram influencers is that wellness isn’t something you are; it’s something you do, a regular routine you can practice and perfect. According to the National Wellness Institute, there are six dimensions to total wellness: mental, emotional, occupational, physical, spiritual and social. A holistic approach to wellness covers…just about
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