| The World Health Organisation defines Wellness as:
"A state of complete physical, mental and social well being, not merely the absence of disease or infirmity."
This definition opened the door to a broader concept of wellness that, in addition to standard medical practices, includes a more holistic approach to health care (which has become widely accepted), wherein many facets of our lives are considered, including:
Working toward wellness is about encouraging a strong and healthy balance between these facets of our lives.
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