My spirit - spiritual wellbeing
Taha wairua is your spiritual wellbeing. For some it means religious faith, for others it is an observation of cultural traditions, but spirituality is much more than that. It is an expression of who you are, what you believe in and how you wish to relate to the world.
Your faith
If you are religious, practising your faith can give you a sense of belonging and guide you in your everyday life.
It doesn’t matter how you choose to practice, if you attend a place of worship regularly or not. If your faith brings you peace and helps you find meaning, then you are doing it right.
Religious communities often organise fundraising events or community programmes. Volunteering is a great way to get involved in something bigger than yourself.
- Find a prayer room on Campus
- Talk to one of AUT's chaplains
Your culture
Understanding where you come from, the stories of your ancestors, the traditions of your people and the influence that they had in shaping your experiences will help you find a home wherever you are.
- Te Tari Takawaenga Māori – Māori Student Support
- Pacific student support
- International student support
Find ways to celebrate your culture and your history because they will always be part of you. You could cook a dish that reminds you of home, share stories or music with friends, find opportunities to speak your language, or attend cultural festivals.
Being curious about others’ culture will help you make friends and discover your own place in the world.
- AUT regularly celebrates cultural events, keep an eye out on our events
- AUTSA has a club for everyone, find your tribe
- Auckland’s cultural diversity is reflected in the variety of shows, exhibitions, markets and celebrations happening year round, check what’s on in Auckland
Your identity
Knowing yourself is always the most powerful form of confidence. It is easier to follow your own path and be well when you have a strong sense of who you are.
Explore, take – reasonable – risks, ask questions, learn new things. University is an ideal time to discover yourself and break out from the mould. Don’t try to be different for the sake of it. Your goal shouldn’t be to stand out, but to be you.
AUT is an inclusive and equitable learning environment which enables all students to achieve fully.
AUT offers dedicated services for:
Your mindfulness
Spirituality is a very personal journey and it can be really simple. Read a book, spend time to reflect on a complex topic, connect with nature, explore your creativity or try a mindfulness activity.
Mindfulness is the ability to be fully present, aware of where you are and how you are feeling without being distracted by what is going on around you. It is a quality we all naturally possess but practicing it regularly will help you feel more focused.
Simple mindfulness activities like meditation or yoga can help with stress, insomnia, low mood, or lack of motivation.
Multifaith and spiritual support
Bright Side
Design Your Life
Create your own playbook for setting your vision and achieving life goals, how to live a life of balance, developing resilience in the face of setbacks, and feel a sense of value and meaning from the areas you dedicate your time and energy to.