Eating well and getting enough sleep is great for self-care. Self-care also means taking time to manage stress and practice self-compassion.
Breathe
Become mindful of your breathing. Take a few minutes each day to focus on your breathing. Start by taking a deep breath.
Accept
Accept yourself, your feelings and the imperfection of life. The path to self-care starts with acceptance of your struggles.
Write
Walk
An easy way to care for yourself is to take a walk. Walking can distract your mind and create space between you and the stress in your life. Walking can be a resource for healing. When you sit around thinking about upsetting things, it will not help you.
| A．When we accept them |
| B．If we wouldn’t accept ourselves |
| C．Begin a simple writing exercise |
| D．Research shows that running benefits health |
| E．At first, your breathing is short and shallow |
| F．If you start walking, your physical energy changes |
| G．Here are four simple ways to quiet your mind and ease your stress |
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【推荐1】Whether you’re a boy or a girl and whether you're a freshman or a senior, developing the following skills will help you achieve success in school and in life.
Time management. There are just 24 hours in each day. What you do with that time makes all the difference. While high-school students have an average of 35 hours per week of class time, college students have an average of 15 to 18 hours per week. Manage your free time wisely and you'll make full use of each day.
Good study habits. If you've got them, it's great. If not, there's still time to develop them. Good study habits include the following:
• Always be prepared for class, and attend classes regularly. No cutting!
• Finish homework in a timely manner.
• Review your notes daily rather than study for tests the night before.
• Set aside quiet time each day for study, even if you don't have homework or a test the next day!
Good note-taking. You can't possibly set down everything the teacher says since we talk at a pace of about 225 words per minute. But, you do need to set down the important material. Note-taking should be in a way that's the most helpful to you. You can try writing notes on different colored cards. If you really have a problem with note-taking, you might ask your teacher if you can record daily lessons. Do whatever it takes!
Review of daily notes. Don't wait until the night before the test to review your notes. Go over your notes each day while the lecture is still fresh in your mind. Add any missing pieces. Compare your notes with a classmate's notes. Review your notes each day to improve your learning and build towards your final goal: mastery of the subject or skill.
1. If you want to make good use of each day, you should______.| A．achieve success in school and in life |
| B．deal with your free time in a wise way |
| C．develop good study habits earlier |
| D．set aside some quiet time for study |
| A．get them as early as you can |
| B．study for tests the night before |
| C．set down all the teacher says |
| D．go over your notes every day |
| A．To help write down the important material. |
| B．To solve the problem with note-taking timely. |
| C．To help you to master the subject greatly. |
| D．To add any missing pieces to your notes. |
【推荐2】It’s a parent’s job to love and guide kids and most parents will do this as long as they live. That means you have many years ahead to share with your mom and dad. Here are some ways you can stay close, get along and build a strong relationship with your parents:
Spend time together. It might be easy to be physically in the same place with your mom or dad.
Share your feelings and ask for help. Many kids say they’d like their parents to help them when they’re upset. But your mom or dad might not know that you’re having a problem.
Be kind.
Show your care. Some families are always kissing, hugging, and saying “I love you.”
| A．Do your best at whatever you do. |
| B．Other families don’t follow the same pattern. |
| C．Little things might mean a lot to your mom or dad. |
| D．Tell a parent when you’re sad or struggling with something. |
| E．And nothing invites communication like being asked a good question! |
| F．But how much time do you spend just enjoying each other’s company? |
| G．Be a good listener. |
【推荐3】Shyness is the cause of much unhappiness for a great many people. Shy people are anxious and self-conscious; that is, they are excessively concerned with their own appearance and actions.
Worrisome thoughts are constantly occurring in their minds: what kind of impression am I making? Do they like me? Do I sound stupid? Am I wearing unattractive clothes? It is obvious that such uncomfortable feelings must negatively affect people. A person’s conception of himself or herself is reflected in the way he or she behaves, and the way a person behaves affects other people’s reactions. In general, the way people think about themselves has a profound effect on all areas of their lives.
Shy people, having low self-esteem, are likely to be passive and easily influenced by others. They need reassurance that they are doing “the right thing.” Shy people are very sensitive to criticism; they feel it confirms their feelings of inferiority. They also find it difficult to be pleased by compliment with a statement like this one, “You’re just saying that to make me feel good. I know it’s not true.” It is clear that while self-awareness is a healthy quality, overdoing it is harmful.
Can shyness be completely eliminated, or at least reduced? Fortunately, people can overcome shyness with determined and patient efforts in building self-confidence. Since shyness goes hand in hand with a lack of self-esteem, it is important for people to accept their weaknesses as well as their strengths. Each one of us is a unique, worthwhile individual, interested in our own personal ways. The better we understand ourselves, the easier it becomes to live up to our full potential. Let’s not allow shyness to block our chances for a rich and fulfilling life.
1. The first paragraph is mainly about _______.| A．the cause of shyness | B．the feeling of shy people |
| C．the effect of shyness on people | D．the question in the minds of shy people |
| A．armful to people | B．a healthy quality |
| C．the cause of unhappiness | D．a weak point of shy people |
| A．They are pleased by it. | B．They feel they are worthy of it. |
| C．They are very sensitive to it. | D．They feel it is not true. |
| A．be overcome with determination |
| B．help us to live up to our full development |
| C．enable us to understand ourselves better |
| D．have nothing to do with lack of self- respect |
When you are happy，little unpleasant events usually do not disturb you．When you are unhappy，you feel as if everything is against you．You may compensate for it by eating chocolate and sweets because this gives you pleasure；yet you stay unhappy．A person may smoke cigarettes because it gives him pleasure，yet，this does not make him happier，especially if he knows the fact that it is not good for his health
The physical world is always in a changing state．At each moment a new thing is being created，changed，transformed and then destroyed．This is the normal state of things and no one can change it．If we stay still in a certain state，we are sure to experience unhappiness sooner or later．On the other hand，if we adjust to the environment，nothing can influence our moods．Then outer events have nothing to do with our inner joy of mind．
The room of the mind was filled with worry or fear．If you are free of thinking about them, the room has been emptied，and then you will see what is happening and experience it When your mind stays quiet，you will see that happiness comes from the inside．
1. What does the underlined phrase“compensate for”in Paragraph 2 most probably mean?
| A．to make a suitable payment for |
| B．to let out your anger for |
| C．to provide with a balancing effect for |
| D．to solve the problems for |
| A．A friend gives you a glass of cold lemonade when you feel thirsty． |
| B．You eat chocolate and sweets when you feel as if everything is against you． |
| C．Smoke cigarettes even though you know the fact that it is not good for your health． |
| D．You are free from worry or fear when your mind stays quiet． |
| A．happiness is more dependent on the five senses |
| B．pleasure sometimes arouses happiness |
| C．you feel happy when nothing around you changes in a certain state |
| D．you feel unhappy because you have to adjust to the environment |
| A．Pleasure Leads To Happiness | B．Happiness Changes Us |
| C．Happiness Is Within Us | D．Stay A Quiet Mind |
【推荐2】It’s all right to cry. Really. Although it’s often seen as a sign of weakness, crying can be just what the doctor ordered for sorting through chaotic(混乱的)emotions and cheering up.
Our general disapproval of emotional expression and crying specifically stems from childhood, said Stephen Sideroff, an assistant professor. As kids, we’re often taught to restrain(抑制)our emotions. Maybe you remember being teased in elementary school for crying when you were hurt. Many of us learned there were feelings, such as anger or resentment, that we shouldn’t have or express. As children grow into adulthood, we gradually learn to regulate our feelings. So what, you might say? Who cares? But we don’t hold emotions in only our heads, Sideroff said. We store them in our bodies, too.
Holding back your feelings can hurt. “These feelings have energy,” Sideroff explained. “You (then) have to restrain them in different ways.” That interferes with natural processes and creates imbalances since the body’s need is still there. If you’re sad or hurt or angry, you need to find something to resolve that imbalance. If you don’t, you might express those imbalanced feelings in inappropriate ways—like lashing out at(猛烈抨击)your family or friends. Emotional restraint can limit our ability to experience positive feelings, such as joy and love, as well.
Generally, the three types of tears include emotional tears, which result from strong feelings such as joy or sadness. Basal tears lubricate(润滑)your eyes. Reflex tears release when dust or onion oxides annoy your eyes. Humans are the only animals who cry into adulthood and have emotional tears.
People often report feeling better after they cry. That could be because crying forces us to pay attention to what triggered(触发)us and work through our emotions and thoughts. Crying might also help in understanding what’s important to us, especially if we cry over something that upsets us unexpectedly.
1. Which of the following is Stephen’s idea?| A．Emotions are created by the chaos. |
| B．Emotions are stored only in our heads. |
| C．Emotional restraint originates from childhood. |
| D．Emotional restraint develops positive feelings. |
| A．Joy. | B．Bitterness. | C．Satisfaction. | D．Disappointment. |
| A．The characteristics of crying. | B．The functions of tears. |
| C．The classification of tears. | D．The results of crying. |
| A．It’s doubtful. | B．It’s unexpected. |
| C．It’s discouraging. | D．It’s beneficial. |
【推荐3】As leaves fall and temperatures drop, the winter blues are setting in. The winter blues are very common, with many of us experiencing depression and sadness for no reason.
●Recognize the symptoms. The most common signs are general sadness, a lack of energy, oversleeping and overeating. Other signs include loss of interest in activities you typically enjoy.
●Be exposed to the sun. According to mental health experts, the winter blues happen because we get inadequate sunlight in the winter than we do in other seasons.
●Get some exercise and consume healthy food. A brisk walk or some exercise will make natural “eel good” chemicals called endorphins (内啡肽) flow through your body. Avoid having too much sugar. If you are crazy for sweet food like cookies candy, it may be a sign that you need more protein (like meal, chicken, or fish).
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●Seek for help.
| A．Find a treatment that works for you |
| B．Strike a balance between study and rest |
| C．Here are steps to relieve the winter blues |
| D．Sunlight shortage adds to depressed feelings |
| E．Worse still you may get tired easily most of the day |
| F．If your winter blues start affecting all aspects of your life |
| G．Be generous to yourself, and allow yourself to make mistakes |
【推荐1】Do you constantly use the computer, whether for learning or entertainment? Computers give off radiation that is bad for your health.
The simplest way is by drinking 2 or 3 cups of green tea every day.
It is advisable to attach a radiation filter plate in front of your computer’s screen.
Make sure you do a skincare protection before sitting in front of the computer. Apply a layer of facial mask to protect yourself. W ash your face soon after using the computer in order to reduce 70% of the radiation.
| A．Green tea can be absorbed by the body easily into a form of vitamin A |
| B．If possible, purchase a new computer instead of using the old computer |
| C．But here are some ways to protect yourself from computer radiation |
| D．The most eficient way is by drinking some coffee regularly |
| E．And adjust the sound level on your computer |
| F．Make sure to avoid putting any metal substances near your computer |
| G．The brighter the screen is |
【推荐2】You discover a shampoo that leaves your hair looking beautiful. But gradually, as you use it more, it’s magical effects seem to disappear. “It’s just your hair getting used to it,” your mom says. And so you put the shampoo away and look for your next wonder product.
It sort of makes sense — why would something that left you looking nice at first suddenly start losing its effect after some time? Are there some other factors (因素) at play? Can your hair really get used to a certain shampoo?
Marie Claire spoke to hair experts and it turns out that it’s not true. Your hair cannot get so used to a product that it just stops working.
So what is the deal? Cynthia Alvarez, a famous hair stylist, explained that there are a number of factors leading to your hair puzzle, but basically, it’s not the shampoo. “A shampoo does not stop working because your hair get used to it,” she said. “If your shampoo stops giving you the results you want, the condition and needs of your hair have most likely changed, or the season may have changed — it’s more humid (潮湿), the sun is stronger, or the air is drier. Your state of health may also be different from a recent illness.”
In other words, you need to give up blaming the shampoo. So what can you do to make your hair look beautiful for a little longer? Alvarez suggests changing your ways of hair care when factors, such as the weather, change. Experts also suggest keeping an eye on the amount of shampoo and conditioner (护发素) you’re using because over conditioning can be bad for your hair.
1. What is the topic of the first paragraph?| A．A mother’s opinion about a hair conditioner. |
| B．A misunderstanding about shampoo. |
| C．The shampoo market. |
| D．Shampoo misuse. |
| A．You hair can easily get used to a shampoo. |
| B．Your hair can get used to different shampoos. |
| C．A shampoo can still work after being used for a long time. |
| D．Your hair condition is decided by the quality of your shampoo. |
| A．One. | B．Two. | C．Three. | D．Four. |
| A．keep your way of hair care |
| B．change the shampoo regularly |
| C．keep an eye on changes in your health condition |
| D．use a proper amount of shampoo every time |
【推荐3】I like reading magazines, where I’ve learned so many useful tips about living. I’d like to share with you about my favorite magazines on fitness.
Time Out
It is a well-known magazine and it’s free in my city. I got a copy of the magazine when I was in London, and I discovered new restaurants, galleries, museums and events. This magazine has various information about London. For example, it gives you the events that are hap-pening near you. It gives you tips for the railway stations and other bus and taxi choices.
Women’s Health
Women’s Health has a unique content, You can find various interesting information about healthy living or exercises you can do at home. I also love the writers because they explain every topic in detail to help you better understand the biological articles.
La Cucina Italiana
If you love cooking Italian food, this magazine is for you! It has lots of recipes and also people’s comments on restaurants. You can also find popular restaurants near you in this magazine. I’ve also read articles written by famous cooks from my city.
Healthy Food Guide
I totally recommend it to everyone because it has lots of useful information about being healthy during your daily life. In this magazine, you can find articles about food you often eat. If you’re searching for new diets, this magazine gives you all’the information.
This is my Internet post today. If you want to learn more healthy living, you can follow my posts.
1. Which of the following covers transportation information?| A．Time Out. | B．Women’s Health. |
| C．La Cucina Italiana. | D．Healthy Food Guide. |
| A．To guide readers to cook meals. |
| B．To remind readers of the importance of exercise. |
| C．To help readers keep healthy in everyday life. |
| D．To tell readers about the comments on restaurants. |
| A．Ina textbook. | B．On a website. |
| C．In a travel brochure. | D．On an advertising poster. |
