{"id":7445,"date":"2025-07-24T13:00:19","date_gmt":"2025-07-24T17:00:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/chministries.org\/?p=7445"},"modified":"2025-07-24T13:00:21","modified_gmt":"2025-07-24T17:00:21","slug":"health-hints-how-to-prioritize-your-wellness","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/chministries.org\/blog\/health-hints-how-to-prioritize-your-wellness\/","title":{"rendered":"Health hints: How to prioritize your wellness"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-2 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-1 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-constrained wp-block-column-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p>Sniffles and sneezes have a sneaky way of sidetracking our wellness. It\u2019s often when our health takes a turn that we suddenly realize all the activities, service opportunities, and quality family time we\u2019d miss.<br><br>If we aren\u2019t feeling well physically, spiritually, or mentally, we run the risk of pushing ourselves too far into \u201cforced shutdown mode,\u201d where our bodies make us rest out of self-preservation. That\u2019s why we must put wellness in action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to be healthy: Your wellness in action<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Wellness acts as a signpost for our souls. It\u2019s only when we aren\u2019t well that we take steps to get back to feeling our best. That\u2019s why it\u2019s critical to build a strategy <em>before<\/em> you need to see a doctor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Here&#8217;s a few health hints to keep you in tip-top shape:<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Find a primary care provider<\/strong>: Having someone on your healthcare team that you know\u2014and who listens to you and your needs\u2014is critical. CHM members have access to our <a href=\"https:\/\/info.chministries.org\/vcs-benefits\">Virtual Care Solution<\/a>, powered by HealthTap, where virtual primary care visits are included in every CHM membership (for age 1+).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Members don\u2019t need to have a particular health issue to schedule an appointment (though annual primary care checkups are always a good idea). In fact, with VCS, you\u2019re encouraged to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthtap.com\/landing\/chm\/\">register and schedule<\/a> a \u201cmeet your doctor\u201d appointment ahead of time, just to get to know your physician and see if you think they\u2019re a good fit! It\u2019s the conversation you need, with no pressure (or rush) when you\u2019re not feeling well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Set up a nutrition strategy<\/strong>: Eating well and fueling your body for success gives you the energy you need to thrive. Try tracking the food you eat and setting up a <a href=\"https:\/\/chministries.org\/blog\/healthy-eating\/\">nutrition plan<\/a> that fits your dietary and lifestyle needs.<br><br>Keep in mind that not every diet is right for every person; it\u2019s important to check with your doctor before making any major changes. HealthTap\u2019s doctors can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthtap.com\/landing\/chm\/\">give advice<\/a> to CHM members\u2014they\u2019re a great resource to start with as you explore your physical health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Find your fitness stride:<\/strong> Making movement part of your everyday life doesn\u2019t have to be a chore. Start small with a video workout from home, a nature walk, or a planned get-together at the beach with friends. Getting the <a href=\"https:\/\/chministries.org\/blog\/family-fitness\/\">family in on the fitness fun<\/a> is another great way to spend time together while staying active.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Refocus your emotional wellness<\/strong>: God wants to reassure us when we\u2019re facing emotional unrest. Meditating on <a href=\"https:\/\/chministries.org\/blog\/healing-scripture\/\">healing scriptures<\/a> in the Bible can help us refocus and reset our emotional, mental, and spiritual states.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Your wellness matters<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>God created us in Eden for goodness, and that includes taking care of ourselves. He has a good purpose for our lives, and He wants us to be able to fulfill it [Jeremiah 29:11]. We can\u2019t serve well if we\u2019re running on fumes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When we prioritize our wellness as much as possible before we reach that crucial \u201cshutdown\u201d point, we\u2019re able to honor God with our bodies and feel our best [1 Corinthians 6:19-20]. Choosing to take those first steps of finding a primary care provider, eating and resting well, and making movement a daily rhythm will help you find a healthy, sustainable lifestyle.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Sniffles and sneezes have a sneaky way of sidetracking our wellness. 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