I'm trying to live in the moment more

Communications director Rowen Nadia on how 'turning 30 soon' has changed her approach to goals - and to life itself

The number one item on your wish list?

That is a tough one. I think I have everything I need, but a beach house somewhere exotic would be nice!

What good deed are you planning for/think you could do today?

I try to do the little things I can, whenever I can. Good gestures can be made every day, whether it's giving a healthy tip to the car wash guy, finding a stray animal a home or giving someone a hand with their shopping bags. I'm also in the process of planning my next volunteer trip later this year and would eventually like to build an educational facility for underprivileged and abused women and children someday.

What has been the biggest learning point in your life so far?

Seeing as I'm turning 30 soon, this year has been full of revelations! In my early 20's, I'd set a lot of timelines and expectations for myself - racing to achieve certain things by a certain age that I later realised was not only draining, but unnecessary. This may sound clichéd, but life is a journey and, no matter the deviations, you will always find the path you're meant to be on. It's more important to focus on becoming the best version of yourself and finding your higher purpose. I've learnt that the rest sort of falls into place.

Your fitness mantra.

One of my personal goals this year was to improve my physical tone and body condition, so I hit the gym regularly about 3-5 days a week, and have seen my body change in less than three months. I alternate between cardio and free weight training, maintaining a high protein diet and reducing my sugar intake. I found the key is to keep challenging yourself - one more rep, one more set at a time. Oh, and squats are a girl's best friend!

The first thing you thought about when you woke up this morning.

My list of things to do. and remembering to cuddle Kasey (my pug). If not, she makes sure to remind me when she bounds over to my bedside every morning.

The app on your smartphone you click on most often.

Facebook.

Your greatest fear.

I'm very attached to my family, so anything bad happening to my mum or my brothers is my ultimate fear.

A way in which you are trying to change your life this year.

I've always been quite serious so, for a change, I'm trying to live in the moment more. This means spending time with people, doing things I enjoy and reconnecting with family and old friends.

Favourite movie character of all time - and why.

I've watched Gladiator about seven times now, so I think that makes it my favourite movie by default. It's about sacrifice, bravery, and leadership - seriously, who doesn't love a good comeback story?

If you could have your pick of superpowers, what would you choose?

Astute gut instinct! Everyone's got this little voice in his or her head that says something is a good idea or not, but how often do we listen to it? It would be great if I could rely on my gut 100 per cent of the time, no questions asked, and just go with it!

• WKND