Taha Wairua
The third dimension of the Maori philosophy Hauora; translates to spiritual wellbeing. This dimension is often hard to define.
What is Taha Wairua?
Taha Wairua is one of the four dimensions of the Maori philosophy of Hauora. In English, it translates to Spiritual Wellbeing. Taha Wairua relates to your beliefs and purpose in life. Many people define Taha Wairua as just going to church. However, it is much more than that, and this is why Taha Wairua is hard to define. An individual who has a balanced Taha Wairua would have their own, defined beliefs, be connected to their culture (e.g visiting a Marae or cultured area) and know their purpose and meaning in life. Taha Wairua is considered to be the most important dimension in Hauora.
What can I do to have a balanced Taha Wairua?
For an individual to have a balanced Taha Wairua, it is a good idea to be in touch with your culture and beliefs. For example, visiting a local marae or doing Kapa Haka if you are Maori, or doing another form of cultural activity. An individual can also attend a church, group, or club.
My digital learning object I created on Google Drawing. This girl visiting a marae has part of a balanced Taha Wairua, as she is connecting with her culture.
How is having a balanced Taha Wairua demonstrated in real life?
Everyday, we do cultural activites at school; such as Kapa Haka, and our school camp to maraes each year. This promotes having a balanced Taha Wairua, as you are connecting with your culture and beliefs.
In some jobs, you will be required to have knowledge about a certain culture. In certain jobs, it is even required that you speak a whole language!
For an individual to have a balanced Taha Wairua, it is a good idea to be in touch with your culture and beliefs. For example, visiting a local marae or doing Kapa Haka if you are Maori, or doing another form of cultural activity. An individual can also attend a church, group, or club.
My digital learning object I created on Google Drawing. This girl visiting a marae has part of a balanced Taha Wairua, as she is connecting with her culture. |
Everyday, we do cultural activites at school; such as Kapa Haka, and our school camp to maraes each year. This promotes having a balanced Taha Wairua, as you are connecting with your culture and beliefs.
In some jobs, you will be required to have knowledge about a certain culture. In certain jobs, it is even required that you speak a whole language!
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