8 Dimensions of Wellness Series

Week 1: Physical and Spiritual

Event Date(s)

January 7, 2026

Event Time

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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Location

Butterworth Education Center

Event Fee

$10.00

County

Rock Island

Kick off the new year with intention and insight!

Join Illinois Extension educators and local experts for the first session in our 8 Dimensions of Wellness series.

About the 8 Dimensions of Wellness: True wellness goes beyond diet and exercise—it’s about balance across all areas of life. The 8 Dimensions of Wellness—physical, emotional, social, spiritual, environmental, financial, vocational, and intellectual—work together to create harmony, resilience, and fulfillment. This series invites you to reflect on your current wellness, explore new strategies, and set meaningful goals for the year ahead.

This week, we’ll explore these two areas:

Physical Wellness: Discover how Tai Chi can improve muscular strength, balance, and overall well-being. Participants will engage in a guided demonstration with warm-up and cool down while learning about the health benefits of this practice. Presenter: Kristin Bogdonas, Illinois Extension Food and Nutrition Educator
Spiritual Wellness: Explore indigenous spiritual traditions from around the world and how they can inspire resilience and clarity in daily life. Through experiential activities, participants will reflect on their own spirituality and learn practices that awaken and enrich personal meaning. Presenter: Kathleen Collins, Mental Health Specialist.

Cost: $10 per week OR $35 for all 4 weeks (save when you register for the series!)
Includes light refreshments, a take-home self-assessment, and a wellness item.

Pre-registration required. Don’t miss the chance to start 2026 with balance and purpose!

Upcoming Weeks:

Jan 14 – Environmental & Emotional Wellness (Deere Wiman Carriage House)

Jan 21 – Intellectual & Vocational Wellness (Butterworth Education Center)

Jan 28 – Social & Financial Wellness (Butterworth Education Center)

If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate, please contact

Kristin Bogdonas

Keywords

Wellness

Physical Activity

Social-Emotional Health

Program Areas