What is this lesson about?
This self-care ESL lesson plan helps B1–B2 learners talk naturally about wellbeing, healthy habits, and everyday routines. Students learn eight useful collocations through short, relatable mini-dialogues and apply them in meaningful conversation about real life, balance, and personal habits.
 
What language will students learn?
Learners study and practise eight essential wellbeing collocations:
get enough sleep
eat a balanced diet
manage stress
practise mindfulness
maintain healthy habits
establish a routine
make time for yourself
avoid burnout
 
These expressions are used throughout the lesson in natural, real-world contexts.
 
How do students practise?
The lesson is fully conversation-first and builds confidence through:
Warm-up questions about daily habits
Photo-based routine interpretations
Mini-dialogues introducing all collocations in context
Personal check-in activity
“This or that?” collocation choice task
Real-life wellbeing scenarios
Ranking what matters most
Short reflection reading
Personality-type discussion
A calm, sentence-completion reflection to end the lesson
 
Why is this lesson useful?
By the end of the lesson, learners can:
Use self-care collocations naturally in everyday conversation
Describe habits, routines, and wellbeing choices
Reflect on lifestyle balance using clear, confident English
Talk about stress, routines, energy, and personal needs
Build fluency through relatable, real-life topics
 
Who is it for?
Perfect for B1–B2 adult learners who want practical English for lifestyle, wellbeing, and daily routines. Ideal for conversation classes, wellbeing-themed lessons, and learners who enjoy personal, meaningful topics.