Total Positive Health
We need to take a deep look at the term 'health'. This means we must understand what health really is. Aside from general agreement that it is something which should be promoted and maintained, there is no universally accepted definition of health. Many experts refer to some version of the definition offered by the World Health Organization (WHO), which states: "Health is a state of complete physical, mental, and social well being, and not merely an absence of disease or infirmity". Other authorities add a fourth dimension to the definition, suggesting 'spiritual well being' as essential to the true condition of human health. The characteristics of the above dimensions of health (in brief) are generally described as follows:
Physical Health:
A. Balanced dietary habits, a peaceful breath, and sound sleep.
B. Regular activity of bowel and bladder, and smooth, coordinated bodily movements.
C. Resting pulse rate, blood pressure, body weight and exercise tolerance are all within the normal range for the individual's size, age and gender.
D. All the organs of the body function normally.
(We will take a look at Mental and Social Health tomorrow …)
In Spiritual Service,
Brahma Kumaris
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