We talk about the mind, the body, and the soul as if they’re separate departments—independent units we can tend to whenever we feel like it.
But the truth is, they’re one interconnected system. What affects one inevitably affects the others. Neglect one part, and the whole structure starts to weaken.
That’s why I believe you have to build a routine that cares for all three. Not occasionally. Not when life forces you to. But consistently, intentionally, like it’s a non-negotiable part of your well-being.
And when I say “soul,” I’m not speaking in a mystical or spooky way. I’m talking about the inner core of who you are—your values, your peace, your emotional center, the part of you that knows when something feels right or wrong. The soul is the quiet place your thoughts echo from.
For me, the foundation of caring for all three begins with the body. Exercise is my entry point. Movement supports the physical home where my mind lives.
When my body feels strong, my mind has stability. When my mind is clear, my thoughts flow in a healthier direction. And when my thoughts are aligned, I can hear myself on a deeper level—my “soul,” that inner compass that guides how I show up in the world.
It’s all connected. It always has been.
You can’t meditate your way out of neglecting your health. You can’t exercise your way out of emotional chaos. You can’t think your way out of spiritual emptiness. Every part needs attention.
So, build a life that feeds your entire system—mind, body, and soul.
Not perfectly, not all at once, but intentionally.
When all three are tended to, you don’t just function, you become whole.
Ronaldo Gilley 