Pathways to Health (ePub)

Pathways to Health—An Integral Guidebook presents a more comprehensive conceptual framework from which to view health and provides readers with tools and techniques to achieve a state of greater wellness. In the model presented, health is conceptualized as balance within a dynamic system. Mind, body, and spirit are all in dynamic equilibrium within an individual. Each individual interacts with the world around them. This world environment includes physical elements such as the air we breathe, but it also includes sociocultural elements such as our beliefs, values, economic status, education, etc. The quality of our relationships, social supports, community involvement, etc. also affect an individual's health. The interactions among these physical, mental, spiritual, and environmental factors must be explored and charted to develop a full understanding health. The intent of this guidebook is to lead readers to a new understanding of illness and wellness and to explore options which will improve their health. From this vantage point, readers complete an individualized map of their health and an action plan to achieve their personal goals for improved health and well-being. Pathways to Health—An Integral Guidebook offers readers the potential for genuine insight into their own health and the opportunity for profound healing in a truly holistic way. The Map Your Health Mission Designer provides a self-designed unique overview of health and clear steps to follow in order to travel to place of better health.