【推荐1】In my writing, I adhere (遵守) to some essential rules: understanding the message I want to convey and to whom I am communicating, and presenting it in a clear and concise (简洁的) manner. When my target audience is my professors, or when my writing is expected to be read by my students, I adopt a different style.     1     A clear message is necessary to avoid boring readers or losing your audience.

    2     It matters in all forms of communication. Skilled speakers and performers interact with their audience and deliver their message effectively. In contrast, ineffective communication can result in a lost message.

Effective communication is arguably the most crucial skill you can learn in life.     3     For example: imagine being a scientist who has made a groundbreaking discovery. If you cannot explain your work to others using words, how difficult would it be to mime (比划着表达) your findings?

Unfortunately, communication skills are often overlooked in education. On this account, many people have experienced ineffective communication at some point in their lives, both as the speaker and the recipient.     4     Universities in China are taking steps to improve communication skills. By prioritizing communication skills, we can help students become better communicators.

In conclusion, effective communication is vital in all areas of life, including writing, speaking, and performing.     5     With it we will be more likely to succeed in all aspects of life.

【推荐3】How to Stop Failing in Keeping Your New Year’s Resolution(决心)

We have an embarrassing confession: Our New Year’s resolutions for 2024 are nearly identical to those we made for 2023.     1     We would exercise more, use social media less, rise earlier, eat healthier, write more, learn to meditate(冥想)…

But a few weeks in, as January’s cold changed into the warmer days of February, we seemed to have largely failed.     2     Our warm beds held us tighter when the alarm went off for our morning jogs. And, well, meditation never had a hope.

Will we suffer the same failure this year? Absolutely not. But how this time?

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Look over your notes and determine what items on it are most important to you. Don’t take too long choosing; often it’s the things that come to you straight away that have the most meaning for you personally.

Create “systems”.

Systems are the ways that you carry out a larger goal. You need to break down large goals into smaller actions that can are easier to carry out.     4     you may get confused and thus change your mind frequently on the ways to accomplish them. This is the purpose of creating systems.

Ask for others’ support on these goals throughout the year.

If possible, team up and visit the gym or shop at the health food store together. Ask them to speak up if you slip and order a Diet Coke instead of a water,     5     People who tell others about their goals are more likely to accomplish them, maybe it’s because they have extra support they need, or because they’re afraid of being embarrassed if they don’t accomplish them.

【推荐2】Emotions play a crucial role in people’s lives. Being in tune with your emotions is a great thing, and it can lead to deeper connections. Nevertheless, when your emotions control you, they can seriously affect your ability to perform and to think clearly in crucial situations. You can’t get rid of your emotions completely.     1    

What does your body feel like right now? Pay attention to the feeling of the clothes on your skin, and try to ignore any thoughts that you’re having.     2    . Then you can find inner peace.     3    

If you feel yourself starting to get upset or angry, head to the bathroom and look in the mirror for a few minutes. As you do, focus on taking deep breaths and think about increasing yourself-compassion. After 2 to 3 minutes, you’ll probably feel your heart rate slowdown and your breathing get a little more even. It’s a good tool to use at work or out in pubic when things get a little overwhelming.

Do something engaging that will keep your mind off your emotions.     4    . For example, do a puzzle, read a new book, try a word search, or do some art. The more you can keep your mind off things, the less you’ll focus on your emotions.

    5    . If you’re an empathetic person, listening to your friends or family members tell their issues will take a toll on you. It’s great to care about other people, but it’s also okay to set boundaries if you need to take some time for yourself.