Definitions of Flourishing (2025)

Physical Flourishing

Physical flourishing means taking care of your body, treating it well, and standing up for its needs.

Mental Flourishing

Mental flourishing means building healthy thinking habits, discovering your talents and agency, establishing & maintaining healthy boundaries, and managing life to your beliefs. 

Emotional Flourishing

Emotional flourishing means knowing, understanding, sharing, and accepting your feelings & the feelings of others, and using your emotional intelligence to handle tough times or changes.

Intellectual Flourishing
Intellectual flourishing means being curious about what you're learning, thinking in smart and creative ways, and being open and adaptable. It's all about being someone who loves learning throughout your life.

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Economic Flourishing

Economic flourishing means having enough money to cover your needs now and in the future. It also means being able to handle unexpected expenses, reach your money goals, save up, and keep making enough money as you grow older.

Environmental Flourishing

Environmental flourishing means living in a clean and healthy environment, taking responsibility for the flourishing of our world, and being mindful and respectful of nature.

Social Flourishing

Social flourishing means making and being part of friendships and connections based on trust, respect, and honesty.

Spiritual Flourishing

Spiritual flourishing means discovering what gives your life deep meaning and owning the values and beliefs that help you make good choices.