1. An Invitation to Health Prepared by: Andrew Owusu Ph.D. Chapter 2: Emotional and Spiritual Well-Being

2. Chapter 2 Objectives Identify the characteristics of emotional and mental health. Name the two pillars of authentic happiness. Explain the health values of connecting with others. Discuss some of the health benefits of prayer. Describe four ways that sleep affects well-being. Assess your spiritual health and make a decision to enrich it in at least two ways.

3. Psychological Well-Being Emotional Health Mental Health Our ability to perceive reality as it is, to respond to its challenges, and to develop rational strategies for living The ability to express and acknowledge one’s feelings and moods. Culture Brings people together, strengthen their bonds, reinforce the values and beliefs they share, and provide a sense of belonging, meaning, and purpose.

4. The Three Pillars of Positive Psychology “ Treatment is not just fixing what is broken, it is nurturing what is best within ourselves”.

6. The Lessons of Positive Psychology Knowing Your Needs The Maslow Pyramid Self-actualization Clarifying Your Values Instrumental values Terminal values The Pursuit of Self-Esteem Confidence and satisfaction in oneself

7. Fig. 2-1, p. 37 Self-actualization Fulfillment of one’s potential Self-esteem Respect for self, respect for others Love and affection Ability to give and receive affection; feeling of belonging Safety-security Ability to protect oneself from harm Physiological needs Fulfillment of needs for food, water, shelter, sleep, sexual expression The Maslow Pyramid

9. Factors Affecting Happiness Humor Genetics Optimism Love and Faith Wealth, Health and Age Life Events

15. Spirituality Gratitude Appreciation, not just for a special gift, but for everything that makes life a bit better. Forgiveness To let go of all anger and pain that demand time and waste energy. Altruism Acts of helping or giving to others without thought of self-benefit.

18. Stages of Sleep Fig 2-2, p. 49

19. Sleep Disorders Insomnia Snoring and Sleep Apnea Movement Disorders Circadian Rhythm Sleep Disorders