Wellness in the relational dimension is the ability to establish and maintain meaningful connections, networks, relationships, and interactions with other individuals, groups, and communities. Relating well to others both within and outside of the family unit and fostering a genuine connection with those around us. This includes valuing the needs of others, providing support and encouragement, as well as recognizing and appropriately responding to social cues.
Relational wellness includes, but is not limited to:
- Communication skills
- Capacity for connection/intimacy
- Managing interpersonal disputes
- Willingness to ask for help
- Ability to cultivate and maintain satisfying relationships
- Establishing a support network
- Caring for/encouraging others
- Being a strong team player or group partner
- Sharing appropriately
- Recognizing social cues/respectful behaviour
On-Campus Communities
There are plenty of communities of like-minded people available on campus. From student associations and clubs to athletic groups, there will always be a community for you.
- Engineering Society (ENG Soc)
- ECE Society
- Women in Engineering Living-Learning Community
- Waterloo Undergraduate Student Association (WUSA) – 400 clubs
- Graduate Student Association (Waterloo), ECE GSA, MME GSA
- Waterloo Athletics (classes, intramurals, and more)
- Move Your Mind
Resources
Looking to enhance your relational wellness? Below are some resources both on and off campus, as well as general information related to relational wellness.
On campus resources
- Lynda.com (6,000 on-demand online courses. Free to UWaterloo students)
- Interpersonal Relationships
- Healthy Relationships
- Active Listening
- Student Leadership Program
- Overcoming Loneliness/Homesickness
- Dealing with Life Events
- Sexual Health
- Conflict Management and Humans Rights Office
Off-campus resources
- Meet-Ups in Waterloo
- Healthy Relationship Tips (Red Cross)
- Healthy Relationship Tool Kit (Manitoba)
- Promoting Safe Intimate Partner Relationships (Public Health Canada)
General information