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When we think about intellectual wellness, what often comes to mind may be academic performance or IQ scores. However, intellectual wellness is so much more! Consider famous individuals such as Thomas Edison, Albert Einstein, and Benjamin Franklin-despite performing poorly in school, they turned out to be some of the greatest minds in history.

Intellectual wellness can be defined as maintaining optimal cognition for learning, problem solving, and decision making in daily life. It involves being open to new ideas, critical thinking, and learning new skills. Intellectual wellness is not just about making yourself smarter; it is the ability to share your learning with others and enriching your community.

Benefits of intellectual wellness:
* Invigorates your mind through knowledge and discovery, expanding your world.
* Makes you curious to learn more, which may lead you to surprising discoveries.
* Enhances your memory power, recall, and concentration.
* Improves your critical thinking, problem solving, and decision-making skills, enabling you to be more productive and more equipped to handle challenges.

Ways to increase intellectual wellness:
* Listen to podcasts. Podcasts are a great way to explore your interests and discover new ideas. They are convenient, too-podcast on your commute, while running, or while preparing your meals.
* Play mind-stimulating games. Sudoku, crossword puzzles, and board games such as Clue, Risk, and Pandemic are great ways to exercise your brain! Some online game ideas: Lumosity, mindgames.com.
* Learn a new language. Not only does this expand your mind; you also become more receptive to new knowledge and new ways of thinking.
* Play an instrument. Music enhances your creativity, is also a powerful avenue for feeling and processing emotions, and is a great way to alleviate stress.
* Explore your taste buds. Get creative in the kitchen! Learn a new recipe or experiment with new ingredients.

Cultivating intellectual wellness doesn't need to take a huge amount of time and dedication. Start in small ways, and don't be afraid to explore! Do you have any ideas on enhancing intellectual wellness? Share your thoughts with us at Wellness@IllinoisState.edu -we'd love to hear from you!

Interested in further developing personal wellness? Consider joining LIVE WELL with Eight at State, a free incentive-based program designed to support healthy living in Illinois State University students, staff, and faculty.

Sources:
http://www.lifemedwellcare.org/docs/intellectual-wellness-lifestyle.pdf
https://www.bellinfitness.com/eight-steps-increase-intellectual-wellness/

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When we think about intellectual wellness, what often comes to mind may be academic performance or IQ scores. However, intellectual wellness is so much more! Consider famous individuals such as Thomas Edison, Albert Einstein, and Benjamin Franklin-despite performing poorly in school, they turned out to be some of the greatest minds in history.

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college student has high percentage to have good job after they complete their degre.

Job Security and Job Stability

Higher Income

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As a college student , you will be taught health awareness

" Have better dietary habits

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During college years, students become more sedentary and as their physical activities decrease, their Body Mass Index and weight increases. It's a gradual process, students come out of college significantly less active and heavier compared to when they started their freshman year. Overall health benefits of physical activity significantly reduces ones rick of cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, and even some types of cancers. Being more physically active strengthens your bones and muscles, improves your overall mental health and mood, and increases your chances of living longer. A study conducted of 493 college students, proved that between men and women, men reported more hours per week doing sedentary behaviors than women, but they also reported higher levels of exercise compared to women.

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Physical Heath Benefit in College Students

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During college years, students become more sedentary and as their physical activities decrease, their Body Mass Index and weight increases. It's a gradual process, students come out of college significantly less active and heavier compared to when they started their freshman year.

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Most of college students  are good citizen  and care about their society

More interest in national issues—both social and political"

"Higher rates of participation in civic affairs and community (volunteer) service"

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Is the type of person who would opt to go to college naturally more inclined to be a good citizen? Or is it the college experience itself that helps make the person a good citizen?

"The bottom line seems to be that going to college makes people more likely to be good citizens, at least in their young adult years," said sociology professor Andrew Perrin, whose latest study was recently published in Socius, a journal of the American Sociological Association.

Perrin and his collaborator, graduate student Alanna Gillis, studied the factors that contribute to good citizenship and to what extent higher education is building democratic value.

The study assesses good citizenship based on three civic engagement measures. The first measure is voting. The study looked at voting records from the 2008 presidential election to see how many of the more than 15,000 students in the data set voted. The second measure is voting in a non-presidential election. People who tend to vote in these elections are more likely to be committed to engaging in politics and their community. The final measure is frequent volunteering in the community, defined as volunteering more than once a month.

Students who were part of a program in which they were mentored, and those who did community volunteer work during college, tend to practice better citizenship, including voting and volunteering, the study found.

Perrin and Gillis's study also found the classes students take influence their level of engagement. For example, students who take more social science and humanities courses are more likely to vote in off-year and smaller elections. The authors suggest that might happen because those classes tend to focus more on understanding arguments, evidence and effective communication.

IDEAs in Action

Perrin's research also inspired his leadership of the development of Carolina's new general education curriculum: IDEAs in Action - Identify, Discover, Evaluate, Act.

The goal of IDEAS in Action is to ensure that what students learn prepares them well for further study, as well as for post-graduate lives serving the public as productive employees, entrepreneurs, leaders and citizens in a rapidly changing world.

"The value of college goes beyond getting a job," said Perrin, also the director of the Institute for Arts and Humanities. "It's about serving the public and serving the democratic leadership needs of the public."

In the past, Perrin says that students felt overwhelmed with the many different paths in the College of Arts & Sciences, so the new curriculum is designed to help students discover their passions and talents and pursue those throughout their college careers. First-year undergraduates entering in 2021 will be the first to use the new curriculum.

"We want students to certainly be job-ready, but we also want them to be ready to be upstanding citizens and leaders," Perrin said. "And we want them to be lifelong learners."

With IDEAs in Action, the goal is to give students the information they need as well as a better understanding of the greater purpose of the class and the tools to think about the world beyond the classroom.

"I do think that it's really important that the whole University continues to recognize that the value of higher education goes way beyond its economic impact, particularly in a time when the public sphere is really damaged," Perrin said. "It's not about liberal or conservative. It's really about making those communication channels and that process of exchange better to become an informed citizen."

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Does college make good citizens? | The Well

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Is the type of person who would opt to go to college naturally more inclined to be a good citizen? Or is it the college experience itself that helps make the person a good citizen?

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Mostly college students after graduations develop a increase of selfness awareness

Lower levels of anxiety

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Some skills aren't taught in school, but that doesn't stop them from being important. Emotional intelligence (EI) can give you an edge in your academics now and set you up for success in your future career.

But why is emotional intelligence important for students specifically? And what even is emotional intelligence anyway? We explore all this and more (including some tips for improving your EI) below.

What is emotional intelligence?

Simply put, emotional intelligence is your ability to manoeuvre and interact with your own emotions as well as those of other people. EI is commonly divided into four key abilities:

perceiving and identifying emotions

thinking and reasoning using emotions

understanding emotions and how they change

regulating and managing emotions (both yours and other people's).

But emotional intelligence isn't confined to these abilities. It's a complex and fluid concept that's sometimes hard to pin down.

You might not grasp what it's all about until you see it in action. A teacher who explains a difficult theory with patience and helpful examples is displaying a high EI. A clever friend who falls apart in a group assignment because they can't cooperate with the team is potentially struggling with a low EI.

Some other terms you might recognise that relate to EI include:

emotional literacy and vocab (your ability to recognise and name emotions)

empathy (your ability to relate to someone else's emotions or step into their shoes)

intrinsic motivation (your drive to achieve your goals - even when nobody else is pushing you).

So, why is emotional intelligence important for you?

Emotional intelligence can influence many parts of your life, from academic grades to job performance. Here's a look at why emotional intelligence is important in school, university and the workplace.

Why is emotional intelligence important for students in high school?

When you can understand and manage your emotions, you're more likely to get good grades and ace tests. In fact, when it comes to academic performance, research has revealed emotional intelligence is almost as important as your cognitive intelligence and having a conscientious attitude.

This is because emotionally intelligent students are better equipped to deal with negative emotions that might disrupt learning.

For example, if you've got a high EI:

you can quickly overcome exam stress and get on with answering the questions

you can overcome boredom and maintain your concentration during dull topics (looking at you, trigonometry)

you can avoid obsessing over a disappointing grade and instead focus on improving next time

you can recognise if you're experiencing anxiety about an assignment and seek help (rather than falling into the dreaded procrastination/panic spiral).

"It is not enough to be smart and hardworking. To have the added edge for success, students must also be able to understand and manage emotions." - Carolyn MacCann, Yixin Jiang and Luke E. R. Brown in Emotional Intelligence Predicts Academic Performance: A Meta-Analysis

Emotional intelligence is super helpful for subjects like English, history, drama and creative arts where you need to understand or even manipulate human emotions. Interpreting a novel or playing a role is much easier when you can quickly recognise a character's motivations and feelings.

These aren't the only ways a high EI can improve your grades though. Emotional intelligence can also help you build strong relationships with your teachers and classmates. From seeking extra help on a project to forming a study group, these connections can make a real difference to your academic results.

Why is emotional intelligence important for students in university?

Obviously, good grades are still relevant once you get to uni. But this is also when the other benefits of having a high EI will start to pop up.

Research suggests going to university with a strong EI can lead to better mental, social and even physical health. Developing your emotional intelligence while you're in school means you'll be better prepared for the challenges of uni life.

For example, university students with a high EI are:

likely to have lower levels of anxiety and depression

more likely to be socially active and involved

more likely to be in good shape and feel healthy.

As with high school, you'll also have a better chance of building bonds with your professors and peers.

Why is emotional intelligence important in the workplace?

No surprises here - emotional intelligence continues to influence your success once you enter the workforce. This is especially true for jobs that involve emotional encounters (like working with clients, leading a team or dealing with conflicts).

And this doesn't just apply to your early jobs. Even senior business leaders benefit from EI, and this is clearer than ever during a crisis. Using emotional intelligence is a critical skill for managing a team, especially when times are tough.

According to several studies, people with high EI:

From growing your social skills as a teenager to getting your dream job as an adult, emotional intelligence can give you an edge throughout life. This is why developing your EI now is so worthwhile - not just for your school grades, but for your future success.

So, the question is: Can you improve your emotional intelligence? (And how do you do it?)

How to develop emotional intelligence

Good news: the fact you're actively thinking about your emotional intelligence and how you might raise it is actually a great signal that you're already on your way. But EI is a spectrum, and there's always room to improve.

The first step is to self-assess where your emotional intelligence is at already.

How to know if you have emotional intelligence

Have an honest think about yourself and your behaviour. It might help to restrict your thinking to the past month, fortnight or week.

Look at these key signs of high EI highlighted by Business Insider and Miles Lehane. See how many you can relate to or recognise in yourself.

You're curious about people and care about what they're going through.

You don't get offended easily (you can poke fun at yourself).

You can take criticism on board without making excuses or blaming others.

You're quick to forgive and you don't hold grudges.

You're quick to apologise when you've made a mistake or wronged someone.

You know when to disconnect and how to do so (like going offline and taking a hike).

You're a good listener.

You're open-minded and slow to judge.

You can deal with toxic people without getting frustrated.

You don't sugar-coat the truth or shy away from tough conversations.

An online quiz (like this one from Mind Tools) can help you measure your EI too.

How to raise your emotional intelligence

The attributes listed above are a great place to start. If there are any you realised don't apply to you at all, work on these abilities.

Here are some other tips for how to develop emotional intelligence from Inc. and RocheMartin.

Practise noticing how you feel and how you act in different situations.

Start predicting how certain things will make you feel. Accept those emotions in advance.

Keep a diary to improve your self-awareness. Focus your entries on how events made you feel and how you dealt with those emotions.

When you're overwhelmed by an emotion like anger or sadness, channel it into something creative or productive. The burst of energy might help you finish that big history project or write an inspired short story for English.

Try to see failures as opportunities to learn rather than disappointments. Think about what you'll do differently next time rather than dwelling on what you did wrong this time.

Practise active-listening techniques until they become second nature to you. These include eye contact, asking specific questions, verbal affirmations, engaged body language and paraphrasing.

Find ways to maintain a positive attitude throughout the day. This differs from person to person. It might mean starting the day with a 10-minute meditation or packing a particularly yummy lunch to look forward to.

Respond constructively to conflicts rather than reacting emotionally. Try to see the problem and solution that lie beyond the anger or frustration.

Emotional intelligence isn't something you switch on overnight. It's an evolving skill that takes time and conscious effort to develop over the years. By thinking about it now, you're giving yourself a great head-start on the journey to having a high EI.
Developing your EI doesn't have to be a solo mission. Once you start at uni, you'll have access to plenty of opportunities to work on your emotional capabilities. At UQ, for example, our Emotional intelligence is also a key attribute managers across all industries look for - discover what else employers want. Student Enrichment and Employability Development programs equip you with everything you need for a fulfilling career. This includes key components of emotional intelligence such as the ability to reflect on your experiences and learn from them.

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Some skills aren't taught in school, but that doesn't stop them from being important. Emotional intelligence (EI) can give you an edge in your academics now and set you up for success in your future career. But why is emotional intelligence important for students specifically? And what even is emotional intelligence anyway?

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There are many reasons to pursue higher education. But for parents, one of the most significant reasons is the desire to inspire and create a powerful legacy for their children.

Ample evidence indicates that a college education is not only a major benefit to parents, but serves as an important factor in their children's success as well. Thus, many parents continue to pursue educational opportunities after they've had kids. In fact, approximately one in five students are parents, according to recent data from the Institute for Women's Policy Research. However, just like any student, when a parent enrolls in school, it's a commitment of time, money, and resources. Which begs the question: Is it worth it for your family?

As we dig into the details of studies related to parents in higher education, we discover that, in general, the answer is yes-when children have educated parents, they are likely to be more open-minded, more enthusiastic about their own pursuit of knowledge, and more likely to succeed.

A college education, whether pursued on campus or online, is a valuable asset when it comes to discovering your passion, expanding career options, and breaking through barriers to achievement and growth. It also has specific benefits for your school-aged children. We'll explore some of these below.

College-Educated Parents: Fast Facts

Studies from Wayne State University, Florida State University, and the National Center for Education Statistics have all tackled the topic of the unique benefits that educated parents tend to bestow on their children. Even when they did not set out to address education in particular, these studies all concluded that, with genetics out of the equation, a parent's education is a key variable affecting a child's personality and life outcomes.

Evidence from the above-referenced studies indicates that your education:

Affects your child's own educational aspirations during their prime school years

Indirectly affects the probability of positive outcomes for your child as he or she moves through early and middle adulthood

Creates a "more stimulating physical, cognitive, and emotional environment at home," according to the Wayne State study, which can lead to higher IQ scores for kids

Correlates with lower neuroticism, higher extraversion, and higher "openness to experience" in kids, according to the British Psychological Society

Correlates with higher household wealth, which positively affects your child's wellbeing

Parents as Role Models

Children naturally emulate behaviors they see modeled by their parents. If parenting by example is an effective and proven aspect of raising kids with more responsibility and integrity, then engaging with education into the adult years can set a positive example for your little ones. Ultimately, when you invest in your own education, you are equipping your children with a model for lifelong learning.

Some, like the University of Arizona Global Campus student Cheryl Brown, even make homework a game for their kids. The healthy competition has proven beneficial to Brown, who is pursuing an MBA while also working full time.

"They are inspired by my choice to return to school, and I hope to show them that if I can do it with all the adult responsibilities I have, they can too," she says.

There are also more tangible benefits of how your education can have a lasting impact on your family. Research shows that parents who earn a higher income tend to have children who earn higher incomes as well. But the correlation is not just about wealth-it's about education. Parents with a college degree are more likely to find employment, thereby creating more stability for their family, thereby leading to greater economic mobility for their children.

Education as a Method for Successful Parenting

Being a good student makes one a better teacher. Thus, parents who remain engaged with their own education into adulthood are often more adept and helping their children complete their homework, improve their vocabularies, study for tests, and effectively "advocate for themselves," according to a study from the Scholars Strategy Network. When it comes to a child's thirst for knowledge, your education matters not only by way of example but also in your capacity to teach in your own right. You can pass on information, share wisdom and insight, and help your children grapple with abstract ideas and other tough concepts. Helping your child with their homework not only helps them excel in the short run, but it also indicates a long-term investment in your child's success, which can help them keep going when things get more challenging.

Parents are faced with a lot of tough choices. Deciding whether to pursue higher education, and how to balance academic and family obligations, deserves serious consideration. However, the rise of online degree programs, such as those offered by the University of Arizona Global Campus, makes it easier and more practical than ever before. Now, you can take university classes from anywhere, at a pace that doesn't detract from your parenting duties. You'll also be able to further your education with a schedule you can handle and the support of a strong network of mentors and peers.

The decision to pursue higher education is a big step for you and your family. If you're ready to transform your future, contact UAGC to get started.

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There are many reasons to pursue higher education. But for parents, one of the most significant reasons is the desire to inspire and create a powerful legacy for their children. Ample evidence indicates that a college education is not only a major benefit to parents, but serves as an important factor in their children's success as well.