Describe An Area In Your Home Where You Feel Relaxed

IELTS Speaking Part 2: IELTS Cue Card

Describe an area in your home where you feel relaxed.

You should say:

In which area/room do you feel relaxed?
Why do you feel relaxed there?
What do you do to feel relaxed?

Note: You will have to talk about the topic for one to two minutes. You have one minute to think about what you are going to say. You can make some notes to help you if you wish.

Model Answer 1:

Introduction:
Finding a place to relax can be difficult, especially in today’s busy world. We all need some time to escape from everyday life’s stresses; for me, that place is my home. Home is where I feel most relaxed.

In which area/room do you feel relaxed?
I feel most relaxed in my living room. This is the main room of the house and the one I spend the most time in. It is comfortable, cozy, and inviting and always makes me feel at home.

It is the most calming room in my house. There is nothing like sinking into the couch with a good book and a cup of tea on a lazy Sunday afternoon.

Why do you feel relaxed there?
I feel so relaxed in my living room because it is a place where I can truly be myself. I can sit in my favorite chair, watch my favorite show, or read a book.

I can also listen to music, play video games, or nap. It is a place where I can enjoy all my favorite activities without feeling the pressure of everyday life.

What do you do to feel relaxed?
I usually try to make it as comfortable as possible to stay relaxed in my living room. I like adding a few pillows, blankets, and even some soft lighting.

I also like to light a few scented candles, which helps to set the mood and create a peaceful atmosphere. I also make sure to keep the space clutter-free and organized. This helps to keep my mind clear and relaxed.

Conclusion:
Overall, my living room is where I feel most relaxed in my home. I can escape from everyday life’s stresses and just be myself.

I make sure to keep the space comfortable, cozy, and clutter-free, and I light a few scented candles to create a peaceful atmosphere. This helps me to feel relaxed and at ease.

Model Answer 2:

Introduction:

It is undeniable that life is becoming more and more stressful day by day.
So, I think relaxation is really important in our life.
Different people do different thing to feel relaxed.
I personally like to do yoga every morning to relax myself.

In which area/room do you feel relaxed?

I do this in the small balcony adjoined to my room.

Why do you feel relaxed there?

I do this for many reason.Firstly, there are many trees in the vicinity.
Also, I do it in the morning, so I can hear the birds chirping.
As such I feel like I am spending time with nature.

What do you do to feel relaxed?

It has a very calming effect. Secondly, yoga itself is the best form of relaxation.
It is a mind body exercise which involves physical poses, controlled breathing and meditation.
The combination of all three has a very soothing effect on our mind.
Its as if we feel refreshed and renewed. Controlling breathing and meditation helps to silence the mind.
It is a beautiful feeling thinking about nothing.
Finally, I have painted the balcony and decorated it with my own hands.
Whenever I spend time there I feel like I can see the efforts of my labour.
In turn, it makes me feel like I can achieve anything I put my heart to.
Sometimes, I just there with a hot cup of tea and read the newspaper.

Conclusion:

I don’t know why but I feel I can concentrate a lot better when I am in the balcony.
For all these reasons, I find my rooms balcony as the best place to relax in my house.

IELTS Speaking Part 3 : Follow up Questions

Here some examples of follow up questions that you may asked during your speaking part 3 by examiner related to cue card “Describe an area in your home where you feel relaxed”.

1. Do you think exercise is important for mental and physical health?
Definitely, physical health is directly dependent upon exercise. With today’s sedentary lifestyles it is nearly impossible to be healthy without exercise. Similarly, when we exercise, we feel more confident about our looks and this makes us much more social, which in effect is good for people mental health.

2. Why do people feel stressful all the time?
I think there are many reasons for the increasing stress in our lives. One is the growing competition, which has reduced job security. So people are always stressed about their work and job. Secondly, today people have very high expectations. When we expect much more than it is possible, we are bound to be stressed. Finally, stress is relieved by talking to friends but as people are spending less and less time with each other. As a result people feel stressed all the time.

3. Do you think there should be classes for teaching young people and children how to be relaxed?
Yes, I think it has become essential in today’s time. The growing rate of mental issues and depression among youth are evidence that it is very crucial that we teach young people how to deal with stress. I think it can be done by having relaxation classes in school itself. Moreover, if they learn to deal with stress at a young age, they can deal with it much better when they become adults.

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