Eight Dimensions of Wellness

How often do we pause to truly check in with ourselves across all the areas that shape our well-being? Next Sunday, we will examine our lives through the holistic framework of the 8 Dimensions of Wellness—exploring how physical, emotional, intellectual, social, spiritual, environmental, occupational, and financial health interconnect to support our overall vitality. Building on last week’s discussion on values, this service will feature a hands-on opportunity for reflection and life planning. Together, we’ll reflect on where we currently find balance, identify areas that may need a bit more care, and align our daily actions with what matters most to us. Meet in person at CVUU or online through Zoom … Continue reading Eight Dimensions of Wellness

From Principles to Values

At our July 26 CVUU service, we will explore the recent transition by the UUA from our seven principles to “Our Shared Unitarian Universalist Values.” Building on the foundation of love, the UU values are generosity, transformation, equity, pluralism, interdependence, and justice. What is the reasoning behind this significant change? Specifically, what impact will this have on both our secular and church lives? Is there a meaningful distinction between our familiar and beloved principles and the newly proposed values? Jay Black (media ethics professor emeritus) and his daughter Laura (USU professor in the Heravi Peace Institute and Department of Communication) will help us work through some values clarification exercises and … Continue reading From Principles to Values