Ways to make a great first impression
You’ve heard it a million times already. But it really does take but a few seconds to make that all-important first impression(印象). Here are some easy ways for you to impress your classmates or teachers.
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Before you shake hands with somebody, make sure that your hands are clean. The hand-shake should not be too strong or weak. Most people use their right hands, unless they have a reason to use the left.
*Be on time
When meeting someone for the first time, arriving on time is as important as breathing. You may have an excuse, but that will leave the person who hardly knows you with a bad impression.
*Introduce yourself and ask for names
Make sure you properly introduce yourself. Ask for their name in a polite way.
*Make good conversation
To get the most out of your discussion, try to find something common between the two of you.
A.Use body language |
B.Have a proper handshake |
C.Repeat the name and use it later in conversation. |
D.It could be a similar taste in clothes or a common hobby |
E.As a general rule, plan to arrive about 30 minutes early. |
F.You’ll be in serious trouble if you leave them with a bad impression. |
G.However, don’t have your left hand in your pocked because this appears impolite. |
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【推荐1】In the chaos of modern living, maintaining balance denting patterns within shifting schedules and various family favourites can seem like a huge challenge.
Embrace (拥抱) mindful eating
Mindfulness transform seating into a nurturing practice, encouraging a deep connection with how food affects your body and mood.
Have mealtime house rules
Consider establishing guidelines that encourage eating without distractions such as TVs, phones or other electronic devices. That helps everyone at the-table to fully engage with their food and with each other, promoting a more connected and present eating experience.
Establish a flexible meal routine
Being flexible with mealtimes is important if you have busy schedules. Finding a common mealtime can be challenging.
Set boundaries on body talk
In navigating (导航) the complexities of modern home life, let these strategies be your guide to developing a peaceful and satisfying relationship with eating in your family.
A.It’s crucial to honour your own hunger signals. |
B.When you eat, take the time to really notice your food. |
C.Yet, you can establish a peaceful relationship with food easily. |
D.Family discussions should be about health and well-being, not appearance. |
E.It’s about finding balance between personal nutrition needs and favorite foods. |
F.Body image is a common topic to strengthen the family bond during home eating. |
G.Such rules will enhance the enjoyment of meals and support healthier eating habits. |
【推荐2】There are many people out there who want to be “part of the crowd”. If you want to be the leader and stand out from the crowd instead, then this article is for you.
Know you’re unique.
For starters, know that you’re already different from everyone on the planet.
Try new things.
We are naturally raised as part of a group.
This is a way to act differently toward people than they expect. One way to be certainly be different is to be friendly to everyone. How many people do you know that are friendly to literally “everyone”? Probably not many. It’s hard work! We all end up judging those around us and drawing certain types of people. Instead, be friendly toward those you may not feel friendly toward.
Know the world works in opposites.
So many people are trying to be different. It results in them all being the same! Being quiet may mean that when you talk, people hear you louder. When you’re not trying to attract that boy or girl, they become attracted to you.
A.Shake hands with your enemies. |
B.Sure, some people are more different than others. |
C.So trying to be different may not get you anywhere. |
D.It’s a wonderful feeling when you know that you are unique. |
E.If you don’t know who you are,that process can seem a bit scary. |
F.There will be times when an entire room is thinking something, but no one says it. |
G.Therefore, we’re constantly being got to things that others have already recognized. |
【推荐3】Being independent is an important skill for people who want to take control of their lives. Here are some tips on how to be independent.
Believe in yourself. If you don’t believe in yourself, then who else will?
Stop caring about what other people think. This is the most important thing about being independent. Stop worrying about other people’s opinions about your life, whether they are thinking about your clothes, your choice of career, or your choice of significant other.
If you always have the worrying thought, “But what will other people think if…” in the back of your head, then you will always be holding yourself back from doing your own thing.
A.Be your own hero. |
B.Accept that life is not fair. |
C.These are your decisions, and not anyone else’s. |
D.As long as you have made a decision — just do it! |
E.We are all different and have something unique to say. |
F.So please remember: you have to be happy in spite of that. |
G.Believing in yourself will make you trust your own decisions. |