You're more than a number We believe your health and happiness is more than the number on your scale. It’s more than the number of likes you have on Facebook. It’s more than the square footage of space you own or your bank balance. Carebook believes your health and happiness are made up of eight broad dimensions. They overlap, intertwine,... Read More
8 Dimensions of Health—Your emotions
How much happiness do you experience in your life? Emotional health is the ability to cope with the ups and downs of daily life. When you’re emotionally healthy, you’re able to identify and process your emotions and you probably have an optimistic outlook. You’re resilient to stress, have confidence and the ability to express and handle a full range of... Read More
8 Dimensions of Health—Your finances
Do you try to live within your means? You’re more than your bank account balance, but the state of your finances can sometimes influence other areas of your life. Your finances may not be the first thing you think of when considering your overall health. But studies show that there’s a link between your finances—not how much you have, but... Read More
8 Dimensions of Health—Your relationships
How much love and support do you feel? You’re more than the number of Facebook likes you got today. The quality of your social support system has real impact on your life. Taking care of your relationships involves finding nurturing, supportive, genuine social interactions. When your relationships are healthy, you’ll feel a sense of belonging, feel loved and cared for,... Read More
8 Dimensions of Health—Your body
How much effort do you put into taking care of your body? You’re more than the number on a scale, and being healthy is more than the absence of a disease or condition. Keeping your body healthy involves different things like being active, eating a balanced diet, sleeping well, and limiting or abstaining from alcohol, tobacco, and recreational drugs. It... Read More
8 Dimensions of Health—Your work
Do you enjoy what you do? Whether you’re a stay-at-home parent, a CEO in an office, or a remote freelance worker traveling from coffee shop to coffee shop, you’re health and happiness is impacted by the work you do. This dimension refers to how satisfied you are with your work, and how you manage to make time for fun, too.... Read More
8 Dimensions of Health—Your purpose
How much meaning do you attach to your daily life? From your body systems to your sense of purpose, your health and happiness are influenced by many things. This dimension is all about your sense of meaning and your personal values. It may not be the primary topic at your doctor’s office, but a lot of recent research shows that... Read More
8 Dimensions of Health—Your environment
How comfortable do you feel in your physical surroundings? Your health and happiness are made up of many factors—and your environment matters! This dimension considers the quality of your spaces—like noise, light, and air quality, and also your access to essential services—how easily you can access things like health care, transportation, schools, etc. When your environmental health is high, you’ll feel... Read More
8 Dimensions of Health—Your mind
How much time do you spend doing creative things and/or learning something new? Taking care of your intellectual health is important for your health and happiness. This dimension is all about your mind and how you continue to nurture learning and creativity. When you’re intellectually satisfied, you might feel curious about the world around you, and excited about learning new... Read More