Definition

Intellectual wellness is defined as recognizing one's creative abilities and finding ways to expand knowledge and skills, having a sense of curiosity for what you’re learning, thinking critically, and being open to new ideas; it’s being a lifelong learner. Intellectual wellbeing consists of critical thinking, stimulating curiosity, problem solving, and creativity. Intellectual wellbeing isn't confined to the classroom or office, but instead requires lifelong sustainment and cultivation.

Goals for your Intellectual Wellness

• Strive to be open to new experiences and ideas in all areas of your life.
• Expand your ability to create, develop, analyze, critique, concentrate, understand, evaluate, problem solve, predict, comprehend, etc.
• Feel competent in intellectual and academic activities by improving your skills in academics, studying, time management, stress management, note-taking, listening, and public speaking.
• Develop a love for learning and philosophy for “life-long learning”
• Take a class outside of your field or concentration
• Read for pleasure
• Check out a learning opportunity on something you're unfamiliar with
• Attend a play, museum exhibit or poetry reading
• Debate with someone (respectfully)
• Learn another language
• Do crossword puzzles
• Engage in research opportunities