The importance of wellness for ourselves and others

Health experts agree that feeling well is fundamental to functioning well. In addition, being in a good place not only benefits us but also those around us. Mark Slomp, Executive Director of Student Services at the University of Lethbridge, explains why it is so important to prioritize wellness. According to Stats Canada, less than half of Canadians aged 15 years and older were feeling highly satisfied with their lives in 2024. That number is down from 54 per cent from three years earlier.

Heidi Echavarria

Heidi was born in Bogota, Colombia and lived there until she was 18, then she moved to Caracas, Venezuela where she finished her bachelor's degree in journalism. Since 2010 she covered political issues related to the government of former president Hugo Chávez and his political opponents, management, death and transition to a new government. Likewise, Heidi did research, wrote chronicles, reports and news in the social, community, and cultural areas. In 2019, Heidi, along with her husband and three children, moved to Aurora, Ontario where she worked at Teen Challenge Canada. In September 2023, she moved to Lethbridge, Alberta. Heidi also has a diploma in Addictions and Community Health. In 2024, she joined at Bridge City News team as a Video Journalist to produce a wide range of stories including those which are faith based glorifying Jesus Christ.

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