Why I’m Excited About the Wellness Wheel (and Why You Might Be Too)

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Let me paint a quick picture. You’ve got a to-do list longer than a Monday, your idea of self-care is finishing your coffee while it’s still hot, and the last time you checked in with yourself emotionally was… wait, have you ever done that?

Same.

That’s exactly why I’m so excited to share something simple but powerful: the Wellness Wheel Tool.

This little beauty is basically a self-awareness sidekick. It’s a circular visual that breaks your life down into key areas—like emotional, physical, spiritual, financial, and more. You take a moment, do a quick self-assessment, and bam—you’ve got a snapshot of your current balance (or let’s be honest, the chaos) across life’s major arenas.

Why It’s So Useful

Self-Assessment Without the Therapy Bill

It’s like holding up a mirror—but a kind one. You can check in on how you’re really doing without needing to overthink or overexplain. No buzzwords. Just you, being real with yourself.

Brings Awareness to the Important Stuff

The Wellness Wheel covers everything from your mental state to your relationships to your money habits. It doesn’t let you hide behind “I’ve been going to gym!” if your spiritual or emotional tank is on empty. It calls you in gently—“Hey buddy, how’s that purpose-feeling going lately?”

Take It Often, Grow with It

This tool isn’t a once-off. I use it every few months (or when I feel like I'm juggling too many plates and can’t remember what I even had for breakfast). It shows me what’s shifted, what needs love, and what’s actually going great that I haven’t paused to celebrate.

It Actually Gives You Insights

• It gives you a literal picture of where things are out of whack
• It shows patterns over time (hello, burnout creeping in again)
• It helps guide meaningful conversations—in coaching, journaling, or over a cup of rooibos
• It nudges you to act. Gently. Like a wise, no-nonsense aunt

The 8 Dimensions of the Wellness Wheel

Spiritual Wellness

Am I connected to something bigger than myself?
Spiritual wellness is about living with purpose, tuning into your values, and finding stillness in the chaos.
University of Minnesota: Exploring Spirituality

Financial Wellness

Do I have control over my money—or is it controlling me?
Financial wellness means clarity around income, spending, saving, and reducing money-related stress.
Forbes: What Is Financial Wellness?

Physical Wellness

Am I treating my body like a partner or an afterthought?
This covers sleep, nutrition, movement, hydration, and general body care.
UNH: Physical Wellness

Career Wellness

Is my work draining me or driving me?
Career wellness is about alignment, fulfillment, balance, and growth in the work you do.
Gallup: Career Well-Being

Recreation Wellness

Do I make time for fun and play?
Recreation wellness is about joyful downtime, hobbies, movement, creativity, and unstructured fun.
Psychology Today: Why Play Matters

Mental Wellness

How’s my mindset, focus, and clarity these days?
Mental wellness includes emotional resilience, thought patterns, mental clarity, and coping skills.
Mental Health America: What Is Mental Health

Relationship Wellness

Are my relationships nourishing or draining?
This includes your friendships, partnerships, family ties, and your ability to set boundaries and stay connected.
SAMHSA: Social Wellness Tip Sheet

Home Environment Wellness

Is my space helping or hurting me?
Your surroundings affect your mood, productivity, and stress levels. A calm, safe space makes a big difference.
Cleveland Clinic: Mental Health Benefits of Decluttering

Try the Wellness Wheel for Yourself

You can download the free tool at fscoaching.org, or click the link in my Instagram bio or newsletters. It’s simple, printable, and a great tool for personal reflection or coaching sessions.

References and Resources

1. University of Minnesota – Exploring Spirituality
2. Forbes – What Is Financial Wellness?
3. University of New Hampshire – Physical Wellness
4. Gallup – Career Well-Being
5. Psychology Today – Why Play Matters
6. Mental Health America – What Is Mental Health
7. SAMHSA – Social Wellness Tip Sheet (PDF)
8. Cleveland Clinic – Mental Health Benefits of Decluttering

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