What needs simplifying in your life?

Get your students talking about simplicity and well-being by answering questions and participating in group discussions. The language in this poll is suitable for low-intermediate+ English learners.

Preview
1. Do you long for a simpler life?
- Yes
- No
2. Which core area of your life needs simplifying the most?
- my home
- my workplace
- my school life
- my social life
- other / none
Keywords
Do you know these words?
- long for
- cluttered
- stockpile
- essential
- on a regular basis
Agree or Disagree?
3. My closets and drawers are cluttered with stuff I don't use or need.
- Agree
- Disagree
4. I only keep essential items on my computer and/or mobile phone.
- Agree
- Disagree
5. I donate, sell, or throw out clothes and accessories I no longer wear.
- Agree. I do this very often.
- Agree. I do this seasonally.
- Agree. I do this about once a year.
- Disagree. I rarely or never do this.
Elaborate
6. What types of items do you stockpile or purchase in excess?
- cleaning supplies
- makeup and/or hygiene products
- clothing, footwear, or accessories
- home decor and/or tools
- office supplies
- books
- technology
- other
7. How many close friends do you try to keep in touch with on a regular basis?
- 0–3
- 4–10
- 10–20
- 20+
8. Which statement is true about your use of social media?
- I interact on three or more social media accounts on a regular basis.
- I use one or two social media accounts on a regular basis.
- I have social media accounts, but I don't spend much time on them.
- I don't use social media accounts. It's a waste of time.
9. I wish I had more time for...
- a social life
- exercise
- relaxation / sleep
- reading
- TV / movies / music
- hobbies
- studying
- work
- travel