Unit 8: Hauora Wairua - Holistic Wellbeing

Exploring Te Whare Tapa Whā framework for balanced physical, mental, social, and spiritual health

Use this map to plan who and what helps when emotions feel heavy.

Tautoko Map – Support Pathways

My early warning signs

What tells me I’m starting to struggle? (thoughts, feelings, behaviours, body cues)

Support layers

🧘 Self-care (I can do now)

  • Breathing / grounding
  • Karanga te taiao / go outside
  • Creative outlet
  • Other: _____________________

👥 Peer & Whānau

Names + how to reach them

🏫 School-based

  • Dean / Kaiārahi __________________
  • Guidance counsellor _____________
  • Trusted kaiako __________________
  • School nurse / wellbeing team

☎️ Professional / Helplines

  • 1737 (call or text anytime)
  • Youthline 0800 376 633 / text 234
  • Lifeline 0800 543 354
  • GP / Hospital / Emergency – 111
  • Other: _____________________

If I feel unsafe…

Steps I will take right away (include safe people & places).

Manaakitanga pledge

One way I will check in on a friend / one way I invite others to check in on me.