02/14/2026
Not all wellness terms mean the same thing—here’s how they differ:
Wellbeing is your overall state—physical, emotional, social, and spiritual.
Mental health focuses on how you think, make decisions, and handle stress.
Emotional health is about recognizing, managing, and expressing your feelings.
Emotional intelligence is the skillset that helps you understand and respond to emotions—yours and others’.
Together, they shape how you thrive, connect, and cope. Knowing the difference helps you grow with intention.
Difference between wellbeing, emotional health, mental health and emotional intelligence - The Centre for Emotional Health