Benefit of Wellness Support Groups

Life's many stressors and demands can leave us worn out and depressed. However, modern technology allows a person to quickly go online to find a support group for whatever problem is bothering him. People are not alone and should never feel that way. Open up, share and release your problem---wellness support groups are there to help.

What Are Wellness Support Groups?

• Wellness support groups are gatherings of people from all walks of life who come together online or in person to discuss an array of issues regarding health and wellness. These groups address topics concerning weight, diseases, illness, remedies, and spirituality.

Welcoming

• Wellness support groups are welcoming to all who attend. The groups invite members to share their knowledge, experience and stories in a nonjudgmental environment.

Encouraging

• Wellness support groups provide reassurance and encouragement to those who may need a little push to lose extra pounds or for those who may need guidance when faced with an acute or chronic illness.

Open-minded and Informative

• A wellness support group member may see her problem negatively, but someone else in the group may see the same situation in a positive light, which can bring clarity and objectivity to the problem. Wellness support groups bring people together with similar experiences but who may have managed the problem differently and successfully.

Spiritual

• Often wellness support groups are not only encouraging, but they are also spiritual. They allow a person connect the mind, body and spirit to help resolve situations. In some groups, meditation and prayer are encouraged to find the answers or resolutions to life's dilemmas.