Procrastination (拖延) makes people live under constant stress. Making changes will lead to positive results, like relieving stress and increasing the quality of work, family time and joy.
◆Acknowledge the need to change.
If you’re a master procrastinator, stop making excuses and acknowledge the reasons why procrastination is bad.
◆Identify and understand your feelings.
You may feel fearful about the size of a task, proud of your productivity, and anxious about your time.
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For master procrastinators, the idea of working too early on a task is stupid. But remember: Just because you start working on something doesn’t mean you have to finish. By starting, you get the juices flowing, allowing you to get more done than you anticipated. Additionally, you increase the quality of your work because every time you revise your thing, it gets better.
◆Use the five-minute rule.
If you find yourself with some free time and you need to convince yourself to start working on a difficult task, follow the five-minute rule. Force yourself to work on a task for just five minutes, with the understanding that you can quit after five minutes if you like.
So, remember: Fighting procrastination is a life-long battle. But it’s a winnable one.
| A．But how to? |
| B．Work on stuff earlier. |
| C．What are the possible results? |
| D．These emotions are quite natural. |
| E．Pay special attention to the quality of your work. |
| F．This simple mental trick is usually just to get you started. |
| G．Otherwise, you won’t be convinced there’s a need to change. |
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Think—and travel—outside the box
“People who travel tend to be more creative,” said Darya Zabelina, a psychology professor at the University of Arkansas. Traveling encourages people to reexamine their models of reality. Some studies show that travelers have more creative success, and that people who enjoy unfamiliar experiences perform better on open-ended questions calling for many ideas.
Generating ideas is one part of the creativity, but knowledge is required to identify the ones that will work. Even if mental speed declines, a person’s base of knowledge is well-preserved as it expands over time.
“You have more to draw on,” said Nye, who thinks her creativity improved when she reached her 60s.
Mine adversity (逆境)
| A．Apply knowledge |
| B．Identify creativity |
| C．Facing up to challenges can inspire creativity. |
| D．Research suggests creativity may be the key to healthy aging |
| E．Travelers can reach different destinations to broaden their horizons |
| F．Performance on these tests may predict aspects of real-world creativity |
| G．An example in the book is a study of artists who had experienced illnesses |
【推荐2】We often try to save every drop of water in gardening. Yet this summer, over half of the world is experiencing “abnormally dry” weather, which means millions of people are living under drought conditions.
Choosing water-saving plants
If you are gardening under water restrictions, decide which plants need water least. Older trees, especially fruit, nut, and even evergreens, can suffer during drought, while newly planted trees require regular watering until their roots become established.
Watering effectively
Most plants require an average of 2 to 4 centimeters of water each week under normal conditions. That need could increase, however, during periods of extreme heat, when the soil dries out more quickly.
Consider using recycled household water, also called gray water, to water plants. Unsalted water left over from boiling eggs or vegetables provides extra nutrients. Dish and bath water that is not too oily will not harm plants.
| A．Using fresh clean water. |
| B．Choosing recycled water. |
| C．And melons have deep roots. |
| D．Try to water your plants all at once. |
| E．Do not water your plants once weekly. |
| F．And many of the people have plants to worry about. |
| G．And water from washing fruits and vegetables can be used around the garden. |
【推荐3】No matter how old you are, your mom will always remain as one of the most important people in your life. Maybe you don’t know how to express your appreciation and love to her on an ordinary day.
Give her flowers.
Cook for her. Mothers usually are the ones who cook for us. Your mom will absolutely love it if you surprise her by taking over the kitchen and cooking something for her. Just make sure you clean up afterwards.
Travel with her. Mothers work hard, so traveling can help her to relax and forget her problems. She will treasure the moment when t wherever you go, just your presence.
Take her to a spa. Massages or spas (按摩保健) are for moms of all ages, and she will enjoy breaking the boredom of staying indoors the whole day.
Mother’s Day is coming. It is a time to let Mom know she’s special to you.
| A．Write her a letter. |
| B．Remember her wedding anniversary. |
| C．A lot of us forget that the best gift to give her is ourselves. |
| D．Almost every girl appreciates flowers and so does your mother. |
| E．She remains the center of attention and respect for a child for a long time. |
| F．And this will offer your mom comfort and an increased sense of well-being. |
| G．However, Mother’s Day is the special time when you can let her know how important she is to you. |
