【推荐1】The earthquake happens usually. We can’t stop the earthquake from happening, but we can reduce the damage that earthquake brings us. It is very important to teach people how to survive an earthquake. Would you know what to do during a really big earthquake?     1     It may be worth your while to look over some tips they have for you.

Protect yourself first.

Once the earthquake happens, protect yourself first. Life is the most important because where there is a life there is a hope.     2     Then lie down in the position next to a sofa or a large chair. Be careful and wait until the quake is over.

Put out fire quickly.

    3     When an earthquake happens, the pipe was always destroyed and there is no water, so you must avoid the fire burning.

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Open the doors and windows to secure an exit for escape when the shaking stops. When the earth is shaking, it is hard to open the doors. Once you get a chance, you should open the doors and keep them opening. So that you can escape from the doors.

Work together on rescue and first aid safely.

Work with your neighbors to free victims and to give first aid. But remember never go to the stairs, because they are a likely part of the building to be damaged. Even if the building doesn’t fall down, stay away from the stairs.     5    

【推荐2】If you feel depressed, it’s best to do something about it—depression doesn’t just go away on its own. In addition to getting help from a doctor or counselor,    1    .

Take a 15-to-30-minute walk every day—or dance, jog, or bike if you prefer. People who are depressed may not feel much like being active. But make yourself do it anyway. Once you get in the exercise habit, it won’t take long to notice a difference in your mood.

Depression can affect appetite. One person may not feel like eating at all, but another might overeat. If depression has affected your eating, you’ll need to be extra mindful of getting the right food.     2    . So eat plenty of fruit and vegetables and get regular meals (even if you don’t feel hungry, try to eat something light, like a piece of fruit, to keep you going).

Try to make out any situations that have contributed to your depression. When you know what’s got you feeling blue and why, talk about it with a caring friend.     3     . If there’s no one to tell, pouring your heart out to a journal works just as well.

Depression affects a person’s thoughts, making everything seem dark, negative, and hopeless. If depression has you noticing only the negative, make an effort to notice the good things in life. Try to notice one thing, and then try to think of one more. Consider your strengths, gifts, or blessings. Most of all, don’t forget to be patient with yourself.     5     .

【推荐3】Tips to stay safe and make smart choices

Even if you’re a genius (天才) at school, you still might be lost when it comes to getting from point A to point B. Don’t get caught in a strange place without these basic safety tips.

★Know where you’re going.

Before you set out in an unfamiliar area, go to Google Maps to plan your journey and print it out.     1     Make sure that the location services are turned on on your phone, just in case you get lost.

★Know where your stuff is.

Never leave your backpack or shopping bags out of your sight. Carry your wallet in your front pocket or keep it close to your body.     2     A fun day out can turn into the worst headache ever if you realize you’ve left something behind.

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If you have the choice between a busy street and a deserted one, always pick the busy one. You are more likely to be attacked on dark, empty sidewalks than on ones with a crowd.

★Travel in packs.

Don’t go anywhere — especially an unfamiliar place — without a friend or two.     4    

★Don’t let your music drown you out.

There’s nothing wrong with listening to your iPod as you walk around town, but keep it at a low enough volume (音量) so you can still hear passing cars. Losing concentration puts you at risk from accidents, attacks and getting lost.     5     Don’t do it. Keep your head up and pay attention to the people and things going on around you.