Wellbeing & Mindfulness
Five Inspiring Questions to Provoke Thought
Get yourself thinking, reflecting, wondering and dreaming. Take a few moments to ask yourself these questions and answer them honestly. Look inside, dig deep, and see if they offer you any further clarity in your life.
The Questions
- If you could invite five people to a dinner party, who would you invite?
- Describe your perfect day.
- What would you change about your upbringing?
- If you were to wake up tomorrow with a new quality or ability, what would it be?
- If you had one year to live, how would you spend the next twelve months?
Feeling inspired?
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is self-reflection important?
Self-reflection helps bring clarity to what you truly value, want and need. Taking time to look inward, rather than only reacting to daily life, can reveal patterns and priorities that are easy to overlook in the rush of everyday routine.
What are good questions to ask yourself for self-reflection?
Good self-reflection questions tend to be open-ended rather than yes-or-no, and invite honesty rather than a "correct" answer. Questions about your ideal day, your upbringing, or how you would spend limited time are all effective starting points for deeper thought.
How often should I practise self-reflection?
There is no fixed rule, but setting aside a few quiet moments regularly, whether weekly or during a slower morning or evening ritual, allows reflection to become a habit rather than an occasional exercise.
How can I create the right environment for reflection?
A calm, unhurried space supports honest reflection. Many people find it helpful to pair quiet journalling time with a simple sensory ritual, such as a calming scent or a few minutes without screens, to help settle the mind first.
Reflection tends to come more easily in a calm, unhurried space. Explore our range of aromatherapy essentials designed to help you slow down before you sit with these questions.
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