What is Wellness? The Pathway Less Traveled

Wellness or sickness?

Of the two possible pathways that you can take with respect to your health, the one less traveled, wellness, is a state of health or being healthy.

Any pathway in life can seem to be relatively obscure; as may the pathway of wellness. The pathway of wellness is often considered the pathway less traveled, because it appears to be a more difficult pathway to follow.    

The pathway that ultimately leads to sickness may appear to be more desirable, pleasant and more desirable, at any time. It may also seem more fun to be part of the social crowd that smokes, drinks and does drugs. Be aware that this is not a pathway of wellness. It is a pathway leading to sickness.

Unfortunately, this kind of pathway will prove to be harmful to your health and that of others in the end. You can choose to live dangerously, if this pathway appeals to you, but should you? Would you if you were aware of the possible consequences?

This is a decision that only you can make for yourself, but this is not a good pathway to follow as it is not a good one. You do know better or at least, you should. Your parents and teachers have taught you to take a pathway towards wellness.

If you choose a pathway towards sickness, later on, you will regret the choice or choices that you have made. Know that any decision you make regarding your pathway in life, is ultimately only yours to make.

Remember that the consequences will be yours to bear, as well. Your choice of taking a wrong pathway in life can affect the health and well-being of many others too, in a negative or adverse way. For example, if you insist on smoking in your home, there is an extremely high risk of cancer for you and others. Excessive drinking and the use of drugs lead towards addiction and future health problems.    

On the other hand, your choice of the right pathway can affect and influence others in a positive direction. 

For example, if you choose good food, an active lifestyle and a high level of physical exercise and activity, you will have a healthier heart and live longer. Other people may choose to follow your footsteps, so begin by setting a good example for them. This can include your children and grandchildren, your parents and other relatives. Over time everyone, including your friends, may begin to live a more positive, healthier lifestyle.

Start on your pathway towards wellness today by making a wise, learned decision for your health. Choose the pathway of wellness for yourself, your spouse and children, as well as other family members and friends. Help others around the world to make the decision for wellness. 

Act today. You will be glad that you did.   

Sometimes, it is far wiser to take the pathway less traveled. The route may be longer. At times, it may be lonely, more difficult and harder pathway to follow, but for you and others, it will reap rewards in the end.