Introduce yourself to the class by sharing as much as you feel comfortable sharing, such as your preferred name, pronouns, where you are from, and your major.

Welcome to IDS 402! When we approach discussions about wellness, we each come to conclusions with our own perspectives that our experiences have shaped. So, as we begin our first discussion, take a moment to consider what has influenced your ideas of wellness and compare those ideas with what you read in this module’s readings.
Each discussion is meant to be a collaborative space for conversation in which to process the concepts within the course. To ensure an interesting and respectful discussion, you are encouraged to think creatively about your initial posts and build upon the points made by your peers. Discussing challenges that face our world often means investigating opinions and ideas different from your own. Remember to remain thoughtful and respectful towards your peers and instructor in your discussion post and replies. It is also important to review the module resources and read the prompts in their entirety before participating in the discussion.
Create one initial post and follow up with at least two response posts.
For your initial post, address the following:
Introduce yourself to the class by sharing as much as you feel comfortable sharing, such as your preferred name, pronouns, where you are from, and your major.
In your own words, define the term wellness and discuss how it is used or impacts your daily life and/or community. How does your definition compare with those presented in the readings?
What is the influence of wellness on your chosen field of study or profession? How can you use your understanding of wellness in your life?