What Is Holistic Wellness?

We’re all searching for ways to feel better, whether that means more energy during the day, deeper sleep at night, clearer thoughts, or simply a greater sense of calm. In the middle of our fast-paced routines, it’s easy to treat wellness like a checklist: eat healthy, work out, drink water, repeat. But sometimes, even when we’re doing everything “right,” something still feels off.  What if it’s about tuning into every part of yourself—your mind, your body, your spirit, and even your surroundings and creating balance between them all?

In this blog, we’ll talk about what is holistic wellness and why it matters. You’ll also learn how people can train to become holistic wellness practitioners and help others feel their best. If you’re looking for a better way to care for your whole self or help others do the same, you’re in the right place.

What Holistic Wellness Means

Holistic wellness is a lifestyle that considers every aspect of well-being. It’s not about popping a pill for every ache. It’s about seeing how emotions, nutrition, stress, habits, and even your surroundings work together.

When any part is off, it affects the rest of the system. Chronic stress can zap energy. Toxic build-up may cloud thinking. Negative emotions can weaken our immune systems. Holistic wellness pays attention to it all and how each piece connects.

Why Holistic Wellness Matters Today

Life moves fast. We get used to pushing through. But healing isn’t in pushing harder. It’s in pausing and listening.

Many people go through life thinking they’re doing everything right, but they’re still off-balance. If you constantly feel drained, anxious, or disconnected, these could be signs you need a holistic reset.

Holistic wellness offers a path that uses simple, powerful shifts across different areas such as rest, movement, food, mindset, and environment, helping you feel more like yourself again. Even small shifts can create a big impact.

Elements of Holistic Wellness

• Mind – Keeping a clear, calm head. Handling stress and journaling feelings.
  
  
• Body – Eating whole foods, drinking water, moving, and resting enough.
  
  
• Spirit – Connecting with what matters to you. It could be nature, community, or a spiritual practice.
  
  
• Environment – Your home, your workplace, your relationships. They all shape how you feel.
  
  

Each part influences the others. Skip one area, and it can ripple out, affecting your health in unexpected ways. A holistic health practitioner looks at these areas together to help guide healing from the root, rather than treating just the symptoms.

The Holistic Wellness Approach™: A Practitioner’s System

At Mind Body Spirit Release® Academy, we teach a clear, effective method for holistic support. We call it The Holistic Wellness Approach™, and it’s based on decades of working with how the body naturally functions.

What it includes:

• Vitamins & minerals support
• Energy production (mitochondria, metabolism)
• Cellular health
• Drainage (liver, lymph)
• Microbial and toxin detox support
• Tools to balance emotional and mental health 

It’s everything working in harmony. No one-size-fits-all recommendations. We test and coach to find what each client needs so they can feel better and stay better.

Becoming a Holistic Wellness Practitioner

Want to help others with this? We offer holistic health practitioner training through our Mind Body Spirit Release® Academy.

Here’s who it’s for:

• Licensed health pros (nutritionists, naturopaths, counselors, etc.)
  
  
• Or anyone with solid anatomy & physiology training
  
  

If you don’t have that background, check out our upcoming Whole Health Course™. It gives the anatomy, physiology, and flow system foundations you need.

Final Thoughts

Holistic wellness isn’t about doing more. It’s about seeing the full picture. When mind, body, spirit, and environment work together in harmony, meaningful change occurs. Whether you’re starting this path for yourself or guiding others, the Holistic Wellness Approach™ gives you a clear framework and a supportive path forward. What is holistic wellness? It’s the practice of living in balance with yourself and your environment. And it might just be what you’ve been missing.

Ready to Learn Holistic Wellness on a Deeper Level?

Train to become a certified holistic wellness practitioner at Mind Body Spirit Release® Academy. Learn how to support others using a whole-person approach that’s rooted in science and guided by energy. Our Holistic Wellness Approach™ course walks you through every step, so you can confidently help yourself and others feel their best.

Got questions? Contact us to learn more or apply for the next practitioner training session.

FAQs

What’s the difference between holistic wellness and traditional healthcare?

Traditional healthcare often focuses on treating specific symptoms rather than addressing the underlying causes. Holistic wellness looks at the whole person—mind, body, and spirit. It's more about finding balance and addressing the root of issues, rather than just treating surface-level discomfort.

Do holistic wellness approaches work for mental health, too?

Absolutely. Mental and emotional health are a big part of holistic wellness. Practices such as mindfulness, breathing exercises, and a balanced diet all play a role in supporting emotional well-being.

How do I know if a holistic wellness program is right for me?

If you’ve been doing the “right” things but still feel out of sync, holistic wellness might be worth exploring. It encourages tuning in to your body and making choices that feel supportive instead of stressful. Start small and see how it fits into your life.

Can I help others through holistic wellness without being a doctor or therapist?

Yes, if you have the right training. Programs like the Holistic Wellness Approach™ teach certified professionals how to support others using natural, body-based methods. It’s about guidance, not diagnosis—and it really helps when you lead with care.

How does holistic wellness fit into a busy life?

It’s not about doing everything at once. Even five minutes of deep breathing or swapping a processed snack for a fresh one is a good start. Holistic wellness meets you where you are. Small steps add up over time.