Hauora
What are the four dimensions of hauora?
Physical, Mental/Emotional, Social, Spiritual.
What does “interpersonal” mean?
Between people — involving relationships or communication with others.
What is a “strategy”?
An action or plan that helps improve or maintain well-being.
What is one healthy way to manage stress?
Exercise, deep breathing, talking to friends/family, mindfulness, time management.
Decision-Making & Goal Setting is an example of what type of strategy? P,IP, S
Personal
Give one example of how exercise can improve all four aspects of hauora.
Physical: builds fitness; Mental/Emotional: reduces stress; Social: doing it with friends; Spiritual: builds confidence and purpose.
Scenario: Tama says “no” firmly when pressured to skip class. What skill is he using?
Assertive communication.
Give one strategy for improving your mental and emotional hauora.
Examples: mindfulness, journaling, talking to someone, setting goals, getting enough sleep.
Scenario: Mika runs before studying to calm nerves. What strategy is she using?
Physical activity as a stress management technique.
Why is goal setting important for well-being?
Provides direction, motivation, and a sense of purpose — supports mental and spiritual hauora.
Scenario: Ruby journals each night to process emotions. Which dimensions of hauora are strengthened?
Mental/Emotional (self-reflection), Spiritual (understanding self and purpose).
Explain how active listening helps build positive relationships.
Shows respect, understanding, and empathy — leading to trust and stronger social connections.
Scenario: Ella walks 30 minutes daily after school. How does this enhance hauora?
Physical (fitness), Mental (stress relief), Social (walks with friends), Spiritual (time to reflect).
How do relaxation techniques enhance mental and spiritual hauora?
Reduce anxiety, improve focus (mental), create calm and inner peace (spiritual).
Scenario: Josh aims for 8 hours of sleep nightly. How does this enhance hauora?
Physical (rest), Mental (focus, mood), Spiritual (self-discipline).
Why does improving one dimension of hauora positively impact the others.
All dimensions are connected — e.g., improving physical health through exercise boosts mental health and social confidence.
Scenario: Student resolves conflict assertively with a friend. How does this support mental and social hauora?
Improves communication and reduces stress (mental), maintains friendships and belonging (social).
Difference between personal and interpersonal strategies + example of each.
Personal = done by yourself (e.g., goal setting). Interpersonal = involves others (e.g., asking for help).
Scenario: Aria sets small goals to make new friends after moving schools. What strategy is she using and how does it support well-being?
Goal setting and social connection — builds confidence (mental) and belonging (social).
How can short-term goals support long-term well-being?
Small achievements build confidence and progress toward bigger life goals.
Scenario: Stella joins kapa haka to build confidence and connection. How does this strategy enhance all four dimensions.
Physical (performance and stamina), Social (whanaungatanga), Mental/Emotional (confidence), Spiritual (connection to culture/identity).
Scenario: Your friend feels lonely and unmotivated.
Identify one strategy you could suggest and explain how it enhances at least two aspects of hauora.
Encourage them to join a sports or hobby group — improves social hauora (making friends) and mental/emotional hauora (increased mood and motivation). Could also enhance spiritual hauora through belonging and purpose.
Scenario: Student plans study schedule and talks to kaiako. How do these strategies work together?
Planning = reduces stress and builds control (mental), talking to kaiako = support (social), both enhance overall hauora.
Scenario:Simon is overwhelmed with school, sport, and work. They talk to their boss about fewer shifts, plan their week, and go to the gym with friends.
What is one way these strategies help reduce stress?
They create better balance and control, reducing pressure and improving mental hauora.
Scenario: Kyle limits screen time after 9pm. How does it enhances all four aspects.
Physical (better sleep), Mental (less stress), Social (more in-person time), Spiritual (self-control and balance).