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1. How can I clarify my life’s purpose and identify what truly motivates and fulfills me?
Clarifying your life’s purpose involves aligning your actions and goals with your core values, passions, and strengths. It requires deep self-reflection and exploration of what brings you joy, fulfillment, and motivation.
Noma’s Tip:
Start by defining your core values, passions, and strengths. Discover what truly matters to you, what you enjoy, and what you’re naturally good at. Reflect on past experiences where you felt most alive or accomplished, and think about how you can align those moments with your current goals
2. Why should I use self-help tools for my wellbeing?
Using self-help for well-being is important because it enables you to take ownership in improving your emotional, and physical wellbeing. It fosters self-awareness, helping you identify personal challenges and strengths, and equips you with practical tools to manage stress and develop healthier habits.
Noma’s Tip:
Consider using self-help tools to set yourself meaningful goals and plan your daily routine. Visit Wellbeing Centre self help page to explore the self help tools to improve your wellbeing.
3. Why should I develop Healthy Physical Habits?
Regular physical activity enhances mood by releasing “feel-good” hormones and reducing stress hormones. Additionally, physical routines provide structure and foster social connections, all of which contribute to better emotional balance and resilience. Read Noma’s blog article to learn more about the benefits of exercise.
Noma’s Tip:
To develop an exercise routine, start by setting clear and achievable goals, then begin with small, manageable activities and gradually increase intensity. Consider having a variety of exercises. You can schedule these using the activity planner.
4. Why is goal setting important?
Goals act motivate us by giving us a sense of purpose and encouraging effort and persistence. They foster accountability and enable us to track our progress. They build confidence and reinforce the belief in one’s abilities.
Noma’s Tip:
To set effective goals, start by making them specific and measurable so you can clearly define and track progress. Ensure your goals are realistic to stay motivated. Break larger goals into smaller, manageable steps to maintain focus. Regularly review and adjust them as needed. Check out our guide on setting SMART Goals.
5. How can I create and stick to a healthy daily routine that supports my mental and physical wellbeing?
Developing a healthy routine supports mental and physical wellbeing. Building consistent habits is a cornerstone of maintaining positive wellbeing and having purpose.
Noma’s Tip:
Start to plan your day with intention. You can use tools such as the activity planner to help you do so. For guidance on using the Activity Planner, please check out the tutorial.
6. Why is it important to have a good work-life balance?
A good work-life balance in important for overall wellbeing, it helps reduce stress and results in positive emotional and physical wellbeing. It fosters stronger relationships by allowing quality time with loved ones and provides opportunities to recharge.
Noma’s Tip:
Set clear boundaries between work and personal time by defining work hours and unplugging after them. Make time for self-care by exercising, eating well, and getting enough sleep, and ensure you engage in hobbies and activities that bring joy. Spend quality time with loved ones and regularly evaluate your priorities.
7.Why are hobbies important for wellbeing?
Hobbies enhance both personal well-being and overall quality of life. Engaging in enjoyable activities outside of work or daily responsibilities helps reduce stress, improve emotional wellbeing, and boosts creativity. They help contribute to a positive work life balance
Noma’s Tip:
Begin by exploring your interests and trying new activities to discover what excites or inspires you. Reflect on what you enjoy, whether it’s something creative, active, or relaxing, and start small to avoid feeling overwhelmed. Experiment with classes, workshops, or online tutorials to learn new skills and connect with like-minded individuals.
8. Why is it important to understand my emotions?
Understanding enhances self-awareness, improves decision-making, strengthens relationships, and supports emotional wellbeing. Being aware of your emotions empowers you to align your actions with your values, fostering personal growth and improving both mental and physical well-being.
Noma’s Tip:
To develop emotional awareness, start by noticing how you feel and writing it down. Also write down when you notice changes in how you feel at any time during the day. Start to develop a vocabulary to describe how you are feeling.
9. What are some effective strategies for managing stress and preventing burnout in my daily life?
Stress a fight or flight reaction to prolonged pressure which produces physical, psychological, and emotional responses that can be overwhelming.
Noma’s Tip:
Identify the stressors that are overwhelming you. Set healthy boundaries by saying no to excessive demands and ensuring time for rest. Remember to incorporate an exercise routine because when you exercise endorphins are released and stress hormones such as cortisol are lowered.
10. Why is it important to have a healthy diet?
The food we eat is important for our emotional and physical health. A balanced diet supports physical health by boosting energy levels and providing the body with nutrients it needs. Healthy eating habits contribute to better sleep and improved mood. The opposite is true when it comes to unhealthy food which has a negative impact on our mood and overall physical health.
Noma’s Tip:
Keep a food diary for a week. Write down the foods you are eating and notice how they affect your emotional and physical health. Observe if there are any patterns and use that information to help you adapt your diet more effectively.