Life Health aka existential health and why it matters - plus a free Full Health questionnaire
Quote for reflection
“I have known many sorrows, most of which never happened.”
—Writer Mark Twain
Full Health Questionnaire
In my coaching, I use the Full Health model as a starting point to get a broad yet detailed view of each client. I’ve spent the last 20 years refining this model, drawing on insights from countless experts and organisations I’ve had the good fortune of worked with and learning from along the way.
The Full Health model aims to capture the key factors that shape a person’s health, performance, and overall quality of life. By mapping out your strengths, weaknesses, risks, and missing skills across various health and skill domains, it can pinpoint the next best step to help you move closer to your main goals.
The first step is completing the Full Health questionnaire. Once you do, you’ll get a snapshot of your health and skill set score—along with an estimated biological age—so you can see what to prioritise on your health and fitness journey. Click on the following link to get started:
Tip of the week: Life health aka existential health - what is the point?
Life Health aka Existential health is about connecting to that deeper “why” behind our everyday routines—like eating well, hitting the gym, or even making time to water a tiny houseplant. If you’ve ever wondered, “What’s the point?” or felt the low hum of emptiness, you’ve brushed up against this dimension of wellbeing. That’s why finding purpose, even in small tasks, can do more than just keep you motivated—it can literally help you live longer.
The key is to fill your days with things that matter to you. It could be as expansive as looking up at a star-studded sky to remember you’re part of something vast (Practice 1), or as micro-focused as tuning in to the smell of your morning coffee (Practice 2). It’s asking big questions like, “Who am I?” or “Why am I here?” (Practice 3 and 6) and then using the answers to set meaningful goals (Practice 7). It’s about noticing when you’re in flow (Practice 8) or when you’re helping someone else (Practice 9), because both moments remind you that there’s more to life than just you. And sometimes, a sense of purpose gets forged in the fire of tough times—finding meaning even in suffering (Practice 10).
From PN Level 1 Sleep, Stress Management, and Recovery Coaching Certification
The beauty of existential health is that it doesn’t demand a specific religion or belief system. It only needs your curiosity, your willingness to explore your values (Practice 5), and your openness to connection (Practice 4). Big or small, cosmic or everyday—when you know your “why,” you stay anchored. Your life story gains direction. Your actions feel worthwhile. And suddenly, the day isn’t random or empty. It’s yours to fill with purpose.
Existential health doesn’t just keep you upbeat and purposeful—it also plays a big role in your physical wellbeing. When we’re driven by meaning, we’re more likely to engage in healthier behaviors—eating nourishing foods, moving our bodies regularly, and getting enough rest—because it all feels worth it. Plus, a strong sense of “why” helps buffer stress (think lower stress hormones), which in turn supports heart health and overall resilience. In other words, when your deepest values guide your daily habits, you’re not just showing up for your soul—you’re taking care of your body, too.