Well-Being
/ˈwɛlˌbiː.ɪŋ/noun
The state of being comfortable, healthy, or happy.
Did you know?The term 'well-being' originally tied to notions of spiritual wellness, connecting physical health with mystical harmony.
Etymological Timeline
Old English
OE
wella
“Spring or stream, symbolizing a source of life.”
Old English
OE
beon
“To be, embodying existence and presence.”
Middle English
ME
welbeing
“Condition of being well; a holistic sense of health.”
Modern English
English
well-being
“A state encompassing physical, mental, and emotional health.”