CUE CARD – Describe a healthy lifestyle habit you picked up recently

June 3, 2026 IELTS Research

CUE CARD

Describe a healthy lifestyle habit you picked up recently.

You should say:

What the habit is?
How or why did you start it?
How often do you do it?

And explain what positive changes you have noticed.

Answer: A healthy habit that I’ve picked up recently is mindfulness meditation. To be completely honest, I used to be quite sceptical about it because I thought meditation was simply about sitting quietly and doing nothing. However, about three months ago, I was going through a particularly stressful period at work. My schedule was packed with deadlines, meetings, and responsibilities, and I often felt mentally exhausted by the end of the day.

At that time, one of my close friends suggested that I should try a guided meditation app. Although I wasn’t convinced at first, I decided to give it a chance because I was looking for a way to manage my stress more effectively. To my surprise, I started noticing small improvements in my mental clarity and emotional balance within the first week of using the app.

I practise mindfulness meditation every morning right after I wake up. I usually spend around ten to fifteen minutes in a quiet corner of my room. During that time, I sit comfortably, close my eyes, and focus on my breathing. Whenever my mind starts to wander, I gently bring my attention back to the present moment.

Before I started meditating, I tended to react quickly to stressful situations and often felt overwhelmed by minor problems. Now, I feel much more patient and composed. It has helped me develop a calmer mindset, which allows me to handle challenges more effectively. For its positive effects, meditation has become a regular part of my daily routine. Although it hasn’t made my life less busy, it has definitely changed the way I deal with pressure. My concentration has improved, and I feel more energised throughout the day. I intend to continue this habit in the future.

Word count – 275 words

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