The wheel for Natural Aspects is a tool that helps you better understand what areas you can concentrate on during each “season or period” of life.  We group areas we have the ability to change in our lives into seven categories, what we call Natural Aspects. Review the seven Natural Aspect summaries below, then rank each aspect based on your current “season or period” of life from 1-10, where 10 is optimum, and mark the appropriate line within the aspect using a star or point. Later you will connect the star or point to see the pattern of which aspects you are currently applying the most time as well as the area that needs improvement. There is no “right or wrong " answer so try to be as objective as possible. The wheel is an assessment that can become a snapshot to work from.

Nourishment includes: nutrition and hydration, how we fuel and sustain our bodies, what foods we choose, and water that is free as possible from toxins. Is your current nourishment giving you the energy you need? Is it mostly free from GMO’s, pesticides and preservatives? Is your water sources filtered as much as possible? Do you feel you have healthy habits and food choices that support your overall wellness?

Spirituality is a daily process of personal development and growth that includes: gaining wisdom and having purpose for your current season and personal growth.  Do you wish to experience a deeper sense of connection to something much greater than you? Do you have a personal faith or religious beliefs that supports and guides your purpose in life? Do you have a routine that allows for personal time to pursue spiritual growth?

Connection to Nature includes: taking time to connect to something outside of yourself, that which you are already a part of-the natural world around you. Do you take time to enjoy the sun, the fresh air, the wonders and visual beauty of nature? Do you, have a routine for example, that incorporates playing outside with a pet, maintaining a garden or landscape, going hiking, or pursuing adventures outdoors? Have you organized your personal time so that you can for example, spend time with pets outdoors, do some gardening, and enjoying nature’s beauty?

Physical Environment includes: your home and work environment, your personal space for exercise, and for quietude. Within these environments do you have areas that provide you a clean, toxin free, uncluttered space? Are your areas supportive for you to create healthy routines, allow for creativity, exercise, meditation, healing, most importantly healthy habits? 

Healing  is the process of re-alignment, adaptation, recovery and detoxification, which leads to better wellness, a positive mindset and personal growth. Healing processes can be physical, mental, emotional and spiritual. Healing takes place naturally, and includes sleep and many autonomic processes, but it can be greatly enhanced with support. Have you had a recent illness, surgery or trauma that you have focused on? Is self-care something that is a priority in your life? Do you incorporate time and resources to ensure healing takes place when you need it? Do your habits support your sleep cycle enough to maintain your health?   

Mindset includes: how you deal with your day-to-day life, and your response or reaction to everyday events. It is also staying focused on things that need your attention, and maintaining a balanced perspective. Mindset also includes the degrees of stress management you apply on a regular basis. Mindset also includes awareness of habits, and the willpower to create and sustain new health habits. Do you have a fairly positive outlook on your life, have positive relationships, express gratitude, and make personal growth a priority? Do you have effective stress management techniques that improve adaptive responses? Do you have a desire to improve your life and develop healthier habits?

Movement is movement in your day to day including: walking outdoors, exercise routines, outdoor hobbies, sports, and any other activities, such as yoga, dance or tai chi, etc. Movement is also incorporating movement while in a sedentary work environment, and more. Do you have a physical activity routine that you adhere to on a regular basis? Does your routine involve both active physical activity as well as a sense of enjoyment? Are there physical improvement goals that are within realistic boundaries that you feel you can achieve?