We achieve it actively by direct experience, by testing and proving an idea, or by reasoning. We achieve knowledge passively by being told by someone else. Most of the learning that takes place in the classroom and the kind that happens when we watch TV or read newspapers or magazines is passive. Conditioned as we are to passive learning, it's not surprising that we depend on it in our everyday communication with friends and co-workers. It makes us tend to accept what we are told even when it is little more than hearsay and rumor.
Did you ever play the game Rumor? It begins when one person writes down a message but doesn't show it to anyone. Then the person whispers it, word for word, to another person. That person, in turn, whispers it to still another, and so on, through all the people playing the game. The last person writes down the message word for word as he or she hears it. Then the two written statements are compared.．
The simple fact that people repeat a story in their own words changes the story. Then, too, most people listen imperfectly. And many enjoy adding their own creative touch to a story, trying to improve on it, stamping it with their own personal style. Yet those who hear it think they know.
A statement of opinion by one writer may be restated as a fact by another, who may in turn be quoted by yet another; and this process may continue, unless it occurs to someone to question the facts on which the original writer based his opinion or to challenge the interpretation he placed upon those facts.
A. Typically, the original message has changed.
B. Finally everybody gets the meaning.
C. Unfortunately, passive learning has a serious problem.
D. Knowledge is passed down from generation to generation.
E. That's what happens in daily life.
F. This process is also found among scholars and authors.
G. We can achieve knowledge either actively or passively.
Learning to set goals plays an important role as your child starts to gain independence. However, setting goals doesn't come naturally to your child, so helping him to learn the process should probably be one of your goals.
Explain the word “goal”. Your child may know what a goal is when it comes to soccer, but he may not understand what it means in everyday life.
Listen to your child. Ideally, you want your child to be able to decide for himself what his goals are. Let him talk about what he thinks he does well and what he thinks needs to improve. If he's stuck, you can provide some examples of your own personal goals.
Help keep goals achievable. Don't throw cold water on your child. For example, if your child wants to be a champion swimmer, but can't swim an entire lap of the pool yet, you can suggest he start by making that his first goal.
Help your child write down his goals in an easy-to-follow form. Being able to see and check off the steps on the way to his goal is the key in keeping him motivated. A really simple way is to have your child draw a ladder on a piece of paper, writing his goal at the top and each step to that goal on the rungs (横木).
A. Change goals every so often.
B. Make a visual goal reminder.
C. Don't always tell him what you think.
D. He's climbing to the top as he gets closer to his goal.
E. You can take sports as example to help explain it to him.
F. Once he has set up a goal, he may find it very difficult to achieve it.
G. When a goal is beyond his reach, help him break it down into smaller pieces.
How to Care for Your Ears?
Ears not only let us hear, but they also paly a role in maintaining our balance, which is vital to our ability to function in daily life. Yet, we ignore them. We can't even see our ears, except in a mirror. We take it for granted what they do for us day in and day out—until we notice something worng, such as when an earache strikes or when we start having to ask people to repeat what they say.
◆Clean your ear with a washcloth—covered finger only.
Never put anything inside your ear canal, including cotton swabs (药签).
◆Leave earwax(耳垢) alone.
Wax is your ear's way of eliminating （消除）anything foreign that gets into the ear canal. If you find you have too much earwax, use a few drops of earwax remover（去除剂）in the canal. After a few minutes, wash the ear with warm water.
◆Avoid noisy places.
Rock concerts and construction sites are just a few places that frequently have noise levels that can damage
hearing.Any place where you have to shout to be heard should be avoided.
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Be careful not to play MP3 too loud, especially if using earphone.
◆Be careful with illness and medications.
Respiratory illnesses should be treated to avoid their spread to the ears. Certain medications can damage hearing, so follow the directions carefully before taking them.
See your doctor if you suffer from sudden hearing loss or hear noises in your head.
A．Most people don't need to clean wax out of their ears.
B．In such case, go to see a doctor as soon as possible.
C．These can be symptoms of a serious illness which needs to be treated.
D．This article will show you how to care for your ears.
E．Turn the volume down.
F．Avoid using earphones while listening to MP3.
G．Your ear canal is very narrow, and a swab can damage it.
The first time I went abroad was when I went to London. It was in the summer holidays about five or six years ago and I went with my friends. , so we decided to travel by coach. We left at five in the morning and the journey to London took about sixteen hours.
We stayed in London for three days, in a youth hotel not far from the centre. . the beds were not very comfortable and the bedroom was very small but it had a wonderful view overlooking the Thames.
. First, we went to see all the famous sites: Big Ben, Piccadilly Circus, and Buckingham Palace. Then we went shopping in Oxford Street. On the last day my friends and I went to Camden market. You can buy all kinds of jewelry and clothes there.. it was really sunny in the afternoon, so we went to watch a football game. Unfortunately, I think the ring fell out of my pocket during the game, and I had to buy another one.
although the youth hotel was not perfect. Next time, I will stay at the Ritz but I will never feel as excited as I did that first time.
A. I really enjoyed visiting London
B. I bought a silver ring for my sister
C. We were all very excited on the coach
D. The plane and train were quite expensive
E. While we were in London we walked a lot
F. My friends and I had a big room on the top floor
G. I've been back to London several times since then
Traveling to all corners of the world gets easier and easier. We live in a global village, but this doesn't mean that we all behave in the same way.
How should you behave when you meet someone for the first time?In Japan, you should bow, and the more respect you want to show, the deeper you should bow. In Thailand, people greet each other by pressing both hands together at the chest.
In Muslim countries, you shouldn't expose your body, especially women, who should wear long blouses and skirts. In Korea, you should take off your shoes when entering a house. Remember to place them neatly together where you come in.
In Spain, lunch is often the biggest meal of the day, and can last two or three hours. In Mexico, lunch is the time to relax, and many people prefer not to discuss business as they eat. In Britain, it's not unusual to have a business meeting over breakfast.
In most countries, an exchange of business cards is necessary for all introductions. It should include your company name and your position. If you are going to a country where your language is not widely spoken, you can get the back side of your card printed in the local language.
A. For this reason, many people eat a light breakfast and a late dinner.
B. As the saying goes, "when in Rome, do as the Romans do."
C. In both countries, eye contact is avoided as a sign of respect.
D. In China, you may present your card with the writing side up.
E. An American shakes your hand while looking into your eyes.
F. Many countries have rules about what you should and shouldn't wear.
G. Don't make any noise when you eat or drink soup.
We live in the Internet age when much business is conducted online. How shall we mark the special occasions？There are numerous websites available online that specialize in electronic cards，or ecards in short.
Cards have been a popular way to express one's feelings and gratitude. Earlier，there were traditional cards handpicked for special occasions but now，those are being replaced by ecards. Ecards are friendly in the world，which means you can send them to anyone around the world，to your friends，relatives，family，cousins，children，colleagues and numerous others.There are Thank You Cards，Birthday Cards，Invitation Cards，Romantic Cards，Seasonal Cards Congratulation Cards，and Cards For Special Events. In other words，you have cards for any occasion. Many sites offer the cards free.Almost all the ecards are available online for print. If you have an office party and want to make it exceptional，printable Invitation Cards are not difficult to find. You can also give them printable Thank You Cards and then Congratulation Cards to honor the best colleagues for their contributions and efforts._ Just register with an online ecard website，look through the different kinds of cards，select your cards，download and print the cards you like. You get everything，basically nothing spent at your side.
With ecards，send your messages and best wishes to any person around the globe.
A．Why do we send cards anyway?
B．Ecards are in fashion these days.
C．What types of cards are there?
D．Where can we find the suitable cards we like?
E．Therefore，what do you need to do to print ecards?
F．Ecards are more convenient than traditional cards.
G．In addition，you also have printable ecards and those are free too.
When the kids are out of school, parents are eager to use the holidays for some quality family time. While there's great concern among parents about the impact of screens on physical activity and face-to-face communications, parental use of screens is often overlooked. One recent report found that parents spend over nine hours per day with screen media. It's no wonder that families find it hard to have high-quality social interactions.
Want our kids to put down the phones and tablets? It's necessary that we unplug when we ask our kids to do the same. Some family activities we create can help us engage with our kids without the concern of screen time.
Why not leave the devices at home and go for a tech-free nature walk? It will be an opportunity to make us more connected to the world beyond the screen. Focus on being in the moment and kids may enjoy collecting plant seeds or stones.
A board game night is ideal for bringing family members together and being engaged. Moreover, playing games together fosters social interaction, cooperation, and the development of Social Emotional Learning (SEL).
Some other family activities are wonderfully fun without the use of electronic devices. For example, take the kids swimming, or bring them to an indoor rock climbing gym. Bake a cake for a neighbor or plant a garden. Your kids will get lost in the activity, forgetting the devices.
To be clear, technology has many benefits to parents and children. However, creating some tech-free time can help parents and kids feel more connected to each other.
A. We parents must model that behavior.
B. Even so, too much of a good thing can be bad for family time.
C. However, many of us find it hard to compete with electronics.
D. Parents may learn from their kids about science and nature as well.
E. Best of all, family members can enjoy being engaged in a shared experience.
F. The kids are more likely to have buy-in when they feel like they have a say.
G. All these activities require family members to focus their attention on the task at hand.
Four Ways to Give Truly Meaningful Gifts
Buying someone you love a gift that expresses your truest feelings isn't always easy. But when you get it right, the joy they show is worth it.
Listen up.
While you may think it's a great idea to surprise someone by giving them something you think is meaningful, it's best to get them exactly what they have told you. For example, you heard friends say they wanted the newest bike but you bought them a gym membership instead. So get them what they've specially asked for.
In the spirit of showing love, we might go big. However, we may not be thinking of what really makes the person happy. You might think buying your father the latest TV is perfect, but then when you get it home, it lights up the living room like a stadium and is totally wrong for the space. So think smart.
Keep it open.
Many of us may consider giving cash impersonal（没人情味的）. But this may save you some concern. The receiver can be allowed to choose whatever they want. In a recent survey of over 7,000 Black Friday shoppers, 39 percent said the receiver they were shopping for was “picky（挑剔）”.
Create an experience.
Visit websites where you can get the latest tickets for a play, buy a surf lesson, or even something unexpected like a flight lesson. For example, if your kids are into NASCAR, just imagine the look on their faces when you score them a ride at a race car driving school. So give them a time that they will remember to heart.
A. Ignore the size. B. Go for something big. C. Well, that was the wrong move. D .If possible, cut down the cost of the gifts. E. These are things that can create a lasting memory. F. Here's how to discover a gift your receiver will love. G. So save yourself the second guess and give cash instead. |
What should you think about in trying to find your career(职业)? You are probably better at some school subjects than others. A boy who is good at mathematics can use that in an engineering career. A girl who spells well and likes English may be good at office work. So it is important to do well at school. On the other hand, you may not have any specially strong or weak subjects but your records show a general good result. Knowledge of history is not required for most jobs but if history is one of your good subjects you will have learned to remember facts and details. This is an ability that can be useful in many jobs.
Your school may have taught you skills, such as typing or technical drawing, which you can use in your work. You may be good at metal work or cooking and look for a job where you can improve these skills.
You may have learned how to get to work on time and get on with older workers. You may have learned to give correct change in a shop, for example. Just as important, you may become interested in a certain industry or career you see from the inside in a part-time job.
You may be all thumbs when you deal with tools; perhaps you are a poor speller or cannot add up a column of figures. It is better to face any weaknesses than to pretend they do not exist. Your school record, for instance, may not be too good, yet it is an important part of your background. You should not feel sorry for it.
A. This does not have direct value for future job hunting.
B. These may show strengths that you can use in your work.
C. Facing your weak points is also part of knowing yourself.
D. Having a part-time job is a good way to find out your weak points.
E. Instead, you should recognize that you will have a chance of a fresh start at work.
F. Although not all subjects can be used directly(直接地) in a job, they may have indirect value.
G. If you have had a part-time job on Saturdays or in the summer, think what you gained from it.
What Teenagers Can Do To Earn More Respect
As teenagers continue to grow and develop into young adults, the transition (过渡) into adulthood has begun. With so many physical and emotional changes going on, certain manners are often forgotten and other adult traits(品质) are not yet accepted as a way of life. By doing the following things, you will earn more respect.
Contribute to the household
At the very least, clean up after yourself. As a teenager, you are old enough to clean up after yourself. When you make a mess, clean it up. All chores(琐事) that you do help to reduce the load of the person who did them before. Now that you're old enough and capable, why shouldn't you contribute to the household?
Be responsible
Whether they are basic things, like brushing your teeth or doing your homework, or more involved chores that contribute to the household, simply fulfill your responsibilities on time. When adults know that they can rely on you, their trust and respect for you will increase.
Solve more of your own problem without asking for help
Instead of taking the easy approach and asking for help, make an effort to solve your problems on your own first. The “easy way” is only easy for you, but it is an extra task for the person from whom you are seeking help. Seek help only after you have made an honest effort to solve your own problems. When you become a good problem solver, you increase your value to the community.
A. Everyone has certain responsibilities.
B. By being aware of these manners and traits, you can manage them sooner.
C. The people doing the chores before will greatly appreciate the help.
D. This includes, but is not limited to, your dishes and your room.
E. It will make your life more pleasant.
F. Depending on the problem, 15 minutes of effort is usually a good guideline.
G. When speaking to a group, speak loud enough.
If one thing on your wish-list is a stress-free holiday, then here are some shopping tips prepared for you, which will save both your time and money.
Don't be tough on your brains. Don't be afraid to look for clues and ask for ideas. First, see whether the folks on your to-buy-for list have already dropped some valuable hints of their dreamed items. If you strike out, encourage your lucky recipients to post items they wish someone would buy for them. You can also find inspiration in the many online gift guides. — Gifts for Dads, Gifts for Golfers and such. Then you'll get the idea.
You really can enlist your own personal helpers. Don't feel guilty about that—after all, Santa employs helpers too. Many stores have free professional shoppers who can pick out presents for you. We're not talking just high-end stores such as Blooming-dale's and Nordstrom. They're all hungry to win your business away from online retailers. But you'll likely need an appointment, so call ahead or search stores' websites for “personal shopping”. You'll typically find a link on the home page under Contact Us or Services.
Have gifts delivered. Time is money, and for not a lot of money you can save a lot of time by having your gifts delivered right to your door. Some mom-and-pop shops offer delivery service while chain stores tend to charge for that, but it still might be worth paying for the convenience. First go to postmates.com or download the free app and see whether it's available in your area. Then type the name of a store into the search bar, click on the store, and enter the item you want.
A. Make an appointment ahead.
B. Can't figure out what to buy?
C. Do you wish for a stress-free holiday?
D. Get someone else to do shopping for you.
E. They are typically organized by recipient, interest, and/or price range.
F. Others like Macy's and J. Crew will also let you leave the shopping to them.
G. For local stores that don't offer this convenience, try the Post-mates delivery service.
Every day can be a fresh, new beginning—this is very important if you had a difficult day before. By starting with some preparations, you can face the problems of the day in a good mood(心情).
Exercise. Exercising is one of the best methods to start your day for your mind as well as the body. In addition, it also reduces stress and improves your metabolism(新陈代谢). So go for a walk, go for a bike ride, or go to the gym in the morning.
Organize yourself. Make a to-do list and try to follow it. It will keep you organized(有条理的) and make your day easier. However, make sure that your to-do list is manageable. There are only so many things you can do in a day.
Smile. Starting your day by acting the way you want to feel can help you be in a good mood.The easiest thing to do is smile. Just smile because you are alive and you can. Watch or listen to something humorous so you can laugh. It makes you feel positive and really good about yourself and the world that surrounds you.
Keep important items in the same place. To make mornings less busy, start a habit keeping your important items in a place easy to reach.This way, you are never looking for that lost item when you are running behind.
A. Write down the tasks for the day.
B. Try other actions to get yourself to feel happier.
C. Try some of the following tips to start your day right.
D. Put your keys, wallet, purse, and other important items there.
E. Instead of rushing through the rooming, go slow and take your time.
F. It increases brain's
working speed, which can help you get a jump-start on the day.
G. If you feel angry or tired, do something
physical to make yourself feel happy.
Have you avoided the gym because you're too nervous or self-conscious (难为情的)? But if becoming healthier and more fit is one of your goals, heading to the gym is probably on your agenda.
First of all, let's put this into perspective. Your attention may go right to the fittest people in the room who are moving from machine to machine with ease.It's hard to believe that every single one feels confident. One thing for sure is, repeated action builds up confidence, and the more frequently you go, the more familiar you'll get with your surroundings and the less nervous you'll feel.
Work out a plan. Walk around the gym and check out the busy areas, the less crowded areas, the different machines, etc. Now, with a plan in place, you can confidently move from exercise to exercise.
Start slow with cardio (健心运动). You can also get familiar with the gym by getting onto a stationary bike and going at a relaxed pace.Notice other people and what exercises they are doing to get some ideas, look at the machines around you, and survey the gym to feel more comfortable.
You may feel the need to move quickly from machine to machine. But if you stop to observe others around you, you'll notice many of them are working out in a relaxed manner. So, take your time, walk slowly and use that time to figure out your next move. Who knows if you're planning your next exercise or heading somewhere? Other people are so focused on their routine that they're most likely not paying attention to you anyway.
A. Slow down your pace.
B. Get the plan ready and then follow it.
C. Then, sit down and write out the order of your workout.
D. Think of how many people are frequenting gyms each day.
E. Use this time to scan the gym instead of wandering around aimlessly.
F. Here are some tips to help you feel more confident in the gym.
G. There is no need to be self-conscious about your level of physical fitness.
College is a time to study hard and go to class. But a new survey finds that US students spend more time, working paid jobs than studying. Many students finish school deep in debt.
Work vs. School
Researchers surveyed 1,507 students ages 18 to 34. All were presently admitted to college or graduate school. Results showed that 85 percent of students worked while in college. That was more than twice the time they spent in the library. It was almost two hours more than they spent in class. And it was 1.4 hours more than they spent studying at home.
Deep in Debt
People in the US spend more on college students than almost every other country in the world. The cost of college is at an all-time high. So is the level of student loan (贷款) debt. It is even worse for younger adults with entry-level jobs. US students also build up personal debt while in school. They spend an average(平均)of $4,321 to pay back that debt.
Students Bear the Burden(重担)
American parents pay for an average of $17,314 of college costs. Students spend almost $100,000. Almost 75 percent of US parents use their day-to-day earnings to help pay for their children's schooling.
Very Worried
Students reported feeling very worried about their finances. Young ladies felt more stress(压力)than young men. They pay more for student loan debt.
A. US colleges cost a lot to attend.
B. US college students spend more time studying.
C. Researchers also surveyed almost 10,500 parents.
D. They spent about 4.2 hours a day working paid jobs.
E. Students are responsible for paying back more of their debt.
F. Student loans are the second-largest source of US family debt.
G. Six in ten students said they worried "frequently" or "all the time".
Reasons you should make time for the sunset
Here's why you should consider making time to watch the sunset
⒈It can slow down time.
Seriously. By witnessing the beauty of the sunset, you can slow down your perception (感知)of time. Amazingly, by taking the time to look at the vast sky, we're actually empowering ourselves to regain control of the clock.
⒉It can provide energy for you.
Even if you have to go back to the office after you watch that last sliver disappear below the skyline, taking a few minutes out of your day to experience some of the golden hour will be worth it. Often when we feel exhausted we reach for a cup of coffee, but research suggests a better way to get energized (给予能量)is to connect with nature.
⒊It will force you to put your phone down.
When we regard the experience of sunsets as special occasions, we feel the urge to document and save them—as if keeping photos of their beauty will help us remember that wonder ful feeling. .
⒋It will inspire you.
There's a reason sunsets are a timeless and constant inspiration to poets, writers and romantics.
⒌.
All of us are drawn to sunsets, but people in a few special places really regard the sunset as a daily opportunity to give thanks;, Crowds gather to cheer and applaud it, reinforcing (加强)the idea that we should celebrate and be thankful for each day.
A. Nature is fuel for the soul.
B. It will help you appreciate life's gifts.
C. Do you draw inspiration from the sunset?
D. It will allow you to exercise in a healthy way.
E. Do you feel like there aren't enough hours in the day?
F. But if you experience the sunset more regularly, you'll no longer see it through a screen.
G. In places like Santorini, Greece, and Maui, Hawaii, the sunset is regarded as a nightly celebration.
The problem of robocalls has become so severe that many people now refuse to pick up calls from numbers they don't know. By next year, half of the calls we receive will be scams (欺诈). We are finally waking up to the severity of the problem by supporting and developing a group of tools, apps and approaches intended to prevent scammers from getting through. Unfortunately, it's too little, too late. By the time these "solutions" become widely available, scammers will have moved onto cleverer means. Soon you will also question whether the voice you're hearing is actually real.
That's because there are a number of powerful voice manipulation and automation technologies that are about to become widely available for anyone to use. At this year's I/O Conference, a company showed a new voice technology able to produce such a convincing human-sounding voice that it was able to speak to receptionist and book a reservation without detection.
The reason that robocalls are a headache has less to do with amount than precision. A decade of data breaches (数据侵入) of personal information has led to a situation where scammers can easily learn your mother's name, and far more. Armed with this knowledge, they're able to carry out individually targeted campaigns to cheat people. This means, for example, that a scammer could call you from what looks to be a familiar number and talk to you using a voice that sounds exactly like your bank teller's, tricking you into "confirming" your address, mother's name, and cark number. Scammers follow money, so companies will be the worst hit. A lot of business is still done over the phone, and much of it is based on trust and existing relationships..
We need to deal with the insecure nature of our telecom networks. That might mean either developing a uniform way to mark videos and images, showing when and who they were made by, or abandoning phone calls altogether and moving towards data-based communications — using apps like FaceTime or WhatsApp, which can be tied to your identity.
Credibility is hard to earn but easy to lose, and the problem is only going to get harder from here on out.
A. Voice manipulation technologies may weaken that gradually.
B. There are many challenges in robotics that need to be addressed in order to solve the voice manipulation and assembly problems.
C. In the near future, it's not just going to be the number you see on your screen that will be in doubt.
D. It's high time that the government should spare no effort to tackle the problem immediately.
E. Phone carriers and consumers need to work together to find ways of determining and communicating what is real.
F. Those developments are likely to make our current problems with robocalls much worse.
How to Build a Better Breakfast
We've all heard that breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and that may actually be true. A study found that breakfast eaters were more likely to lose weight than those who didn't eat a morning meal. But it's not just when you eat; it's what you eat. These tips will help you really rise and shine:
⒈ Eat even if you're not hungry.
Although you might not feel like eating first thing in the morning, it's a good idea to get something into your system. Eating within 90 minutes of waking up will jump-start your metabolism (新陈代谢) and keep you from getting hungry later.
⒉ Be boring.
Changing what you eat is a good idea in theory, but if you are watching your weight, you might want to stick with the same old menu. People who allowed their breakfast calories to change have larger waists (腰围) and a higher incidence of metabolic syndrome (代谢综合征) than folks who keep their morning calorie intake constant, no matter how much they eat the rest of the day.
⒊ Add peanuts or peanut butter.
By eating peanuts or peanut butter, the carbohydrates(碳水化合物) are taken in more slowly and blood sugar does not rise as high. So they are less likely to snack later.
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There's an old saying that advises ''Eat breakfast like a king, lunch like a prince and dinner like a pauper." It's worth following. Those who eat a balanced 700-calorie breakfast over a 12-week period lower their blood sugar and blood pressure twice more than people who eat a 200-calorie meal. They also lose an average of 19. 2 pounds and have lower levels of ghrelin, the "hunger hormone (激素).
A. Go big.
B. Pile on the produce.
C. Other studies link skipping breakfast with a higher risk of developing high blood pressure, heart disease, and type 2 diabetes (糖尿病).
D. So it's worth making the effort to hold it steady.
E. It could set you up for overeating throughout the day.
F. Just a banana will do the trick.
G. Plus women feel fuller for up to 12 hours after eating the peanut butter or peanuts.
Time management is an important skill to develop. It can help you make the most out of each day, leading to success in areas like work and school. To manage your time, use your time productively by working in the right environment and prioritizing tasks.
The environment you work in can help with your overall productivity. There are no strict rules about a work environment, so pick what feels right for you. Surround yourself with inspiring decorations that help you feel enthusiastic and passionate.
List your tasks in terms of importance. To-do lists are a great tool, but organize them a little rather than just writing down everything that needs to get done. Group tasks in terms of importance.
Keep some work with you at all times. Take advantage of your downtime by keeping work with you at all times. If you're a student, think about investing in some audio-books or recording your lectures. While waiting in line or walking to class, you can listen to material for your courses.
Do not multitask. Many people assume multitasking is a great way to get more done each day and manage time wisely. However, focusing on multiple tasks at once actually makes you less productive. Things will take longer to do, as you're not giving anything your full attention.
You will get your work done quicker this way, allowing you to make the most of your time.
A. List tasks under each category.
B. Create the right environment to work.
C. Focus completely on one task at a time instead.
D. Before you begin your work load for the day, make a list.
E. These feelings will help you stay on task and be productive.
F. Stop any unnecessary socializing before you start your priority tasks.
G. If you have a few minutes on the bus, use that to read something for school or work.
Perseverance（坚持）
What's the key to perseverance? Putting one foot in front of the other will get you the finish line, but there are tools you can use to help you face down challenges, meet your goals and truly enjoy the process, rather than just getting by.
Know what you want. Maybe your goal is specific. Or maybe it's a more general goal, like aiming to be a happier person. Either way, the path toward meeting your goals will be much clearer if you know what you really want.
The first challenge you likely meet is improving your self-confidence. It's really difficult to make progress unless you believe you're capable of persevering. However difficult your goals may seem to reach now, you have the intelligence and power to make it.
Face reality. Having the ability to stare life's challenges in the face is a big advantage. When a big problem arises, it's so much easier to ignore it or put off making a decision. Practice seeing challenges for what they are so you can figure out the best way around, over or through them.
Learn from your mistakes. You won't always find your way on the first try. Wisdom is gained by making lots of mistakes and trying something different the next time around. Think about what has happened.
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A. Get rid of self-doubt. B. Take your options carefully. C. But it can be really difficult to do. D. Then reflect on what you can learn from the experience. E. Perseverance is a necessary quality for us to be successful. F. For example, you may want to quit smoking or get a better job. G. Below are a few ways that help to increase your determination to keep moving forward. |
Kids' health: Four steps for fighting stress
Everybody gets stressed time to time. Some ways of dealing with stress —like screaming or hitting someone—don't solve (解决)much. But other ways, like talking to someone you trust, can lead you to solving your problem or at least feeling better.
Try taking these four steps the next time you are stressed:
1) Get support. When you need help, reach out to the people who care about you. Talk to a trusted adult, such as parent or other relatives. They might have had similar problems, such as dealing with a test, or the death of a beloved pet.
2) Don't take it out on yourself. Sometimes when kids are stressed and upset they take it out on themselves. Oh, dear, that's good idea. Remember that there are always people to help you. Don't take it out on yourself.
3) Try to solve the problem. After you're calm and you have support from adults and friends, it's time to get down to business. Even if you can't solve it all, you can solve a piece of it.
4) Be positive. Most stress is temporary(暂时的). Remember stress does go away, especially when you figure out the problem and start working on solving it. These steps aren't magic, but they do work. And if you can stay positive as you make your way through a tough time, you'll help yourself feel better even faster.
A. Ask for a helping hand to get you through the tough situation.
B. Notice your friends' feelings and find a way to help them.
C. Different people feel stress in different ways
D. Ah, it feels so good when the stress is gone.
E. You need to figure out what the problem is.
F. And don't forget about your friends.
G. Then, find a way to calm down.
