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In
addition to being open to opposite opinions, here are some techniques that
could help broaden the way you think.
Respect
Difference
The
mere presence of individuals from different backgrounds with different points
of view in your everyday life creates an atmosphere in which people can better
respond to change.
Change
Environments
A
change in your everyday life may provide the force needed to change the
direction of your thinking. For some people, small changes might help
reorganize your desk or take a new route to work, whereas for others, more
adjustments are required.
Shirt
into Positivity
Unlike
negative emotions that bring about specific reactions, positive emotions prompt
us to broaden our attention, explore our environment, and open ourselves to
absorbing information. Take a few moments to think about the things in your
life that are going well and for which you are grateful; this will
automatically brighten your mood-and free your brain.
Look
as if You've Never Seen
A
Zen Buddhist concept for approaching even routine situations as if you were
encountering them for the first time, "beginner's mind" allows you to
remain open to new experiences despite any expertise you may have. For
instance, when you brush your teeth, take a moment to look at the toothbrush as
if you've never laid eyes on such an object and notice its color and shape.
Think about the flavor of the toothpaste and notice how your mouth feels as you
move the brush back and forth.
(1)
What may be the benefit of small changes in life?
A . Reducing one's workload.
B . Focusing one's attention.
C . Leading to adjustments.
D . Better responding to changes.
(2)
How can you find something new in routine situation?
A . By shifting into positivity
B . By respecting difference.
C . By changing environments.
D . By looking as if you've never seen.
(3)
What's the purpose of the article?
A . To introduce skills of broadening one's thinking.
B . To compare the attitudes to thinking.
C . To give advice on thinking positively.
D . To explain the reasons for being open.
答案: C
D
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