I Think I Can: How to Push Yourself to Success
“Because I can” has magic power. It pushes us to leave our comfort zones. It gives us a reason to do the things that we think we can't.
Whether it is to get to the store or work, climb the stairs instead of taking the elevator. Break the “I’m tired” or
“It is too hard” or “It is too far” cycle. Increasing your activity level will provide enormous benefits, both physically and mentally.
Try Something New
It is easy for us to make excuses for why we shouldn't try new things.
Speak Up
Often, we dare not address（处理）things that bother us or make us unhappy.
Increase Your Willpower
| A．Saying “No” to our favorites can be challenging |
| B．Here are a few ways to apply this positive thinking to your own life |
| C．You have a voice |
| D．Be More Active |
| E．“Because I can” is an easy way to include more activities into your life |
| F．Maybe you think it is out of your comfort zone |
| G．A strong willpower can keep us motivated（有动机的）and reach our goals |
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【推荐1】On the night of December 8, 1992, when he was standing in a parking lot talking to friends, Tracy March jumped to the top of a car, as he had done a hundred times before. This time, though, Tracy lost his balance. His head struck the ground, hard.
All night, Cory, Tracy’s mother, stood next to her son, who was lying in a hospital bed, his brown eyes fixed in a lifeless stare. She remembered that Tracy had once mentioned organ donation. Maybe I can spare another family this pain, she thought. When the time came, she and her husband Bill signed the forms permitting his organs to be donated.
Tracy was declared dead the next day. Twenty-four hours later, in a Boston hospital, Tracy’s liver was made part of my husband, David, who was suffering from a hopeless liver disease.
Months later, we learned from the local organ bank that the donor’s parents wished desperately to meet someone who had gained life through the gift from their son. A meeting was arranged by the organ bank to bring together two families linked by the most bittersweet ties imaginable.
The meeting was risky, but worth it. We talked for 3 hours. They showed us a picture of Tracy. We learned how he had lived and died. We learned something about Bill and Cory too.
For the Marches, seeing David and knowing he was well seemed to ease their suffering. I’ll never forget seeing David’s tall figure stopped over Cory, her arms around his waist, as a mother would hug a son. For a long time they held each other tight. It was hard to know if she was saying hello or good-bye. Maybe she was saying both.
1. We learn from the passage that Tracy died _______.| A．of brain damage | B．on December 8, 1992 |
| C．24 hours after he fell off the roof of a car | D．in a car crash |
| A．Tracy told them to do so just before he died |
| B．they wanted to save others the pain of seeing dear one die |
| C．David’s life could continue in a meaningful way |
| D．they knew David was suffering from a hopeless liver disease |
| A．they saw that David looked very much like their son |
| B．they now knew for sure they had done the right thing |
| C．they now had someone to share their memories of Tracy |
| D．they saw that David had regained health with Tracy’s liver |
【推荐2】Trust is the basic foundation of any relationship in both professional and personal capacity. Here are some ways to build trust and be trustworthy.
Be always honest. Honesty is a virtue that must be cultivated (培养) fully if you desire to establish trust with others. Half-truths and white lies are a recipe for disaster.
Communicate effectively. Poor communication is one of the main reasons why trust is unable to be sustained (维持) in any environment. The failure to clarify your stand may lead to unpleasant assumption.
Do not be too quick in making decisions. There is no need to take too much pressure if you’re faced with a dilemma.
Take the necessary time.
| A．Keep your word. |
| B．Don’t take everything for granted. |
| C．Trust cannot be earned in seconds. |
| D．This can cause disagreements and the breaking of trust. |
| E．Therefore, avoid them at all costs if you are trying to build trust. |
| F．You’d better take the time to consider your approach from every angle. |
| G．Make sure you are paying attention to old and new relationships equally. |
【推荐3】Social anxiety(社恐) is a men tal disorder that is often misunderstood. It involves being fearful of social situations, especially unfamiliar ones.
A person with social anxiety has an increase in heart rate, sweating and dizziness(头晕). In all of these cases, it’s important to slow down your breathing to help you gain control back of your body.
Challenge your thoughts
When you have social anxiety, perhaps you’re worried you might trip over, laugh or cough at the wrong time.
Set goals
The idea of goal setting is not only to decide where you want to end up, but to learn about where you are now.
Say yes
| A．Focus on breathing |
| B．In this way, you can clearly see your progress. |
| C．The truth is that these things happen at any time. |
| D．Maybe you've gotten into the habit of saying “no” to everything. |
| E．Luckily, there are a few small steps to help you feel more comfortable. |
