Are you familiar with (熟悉) the hero’s journey? In many books and movies, a hero goes on an adventure and overcomes many difficulties along the way. In the end, the hero becomes a better person and returns home.

In a recent study, scientists found that seeing your life as a hero’s journey is good for your mental (心理的) health. It can make you feel more confident and satisfied with your life. How can you start imagining your life as a hero’s journey? Scientists have some tips for you.

Make a list.

Write down your answers to these questions: What makes you who you are today? (You can think about the important events in your life.) What’s your personality like and what are your values (价值观)? What challenges are standing in your way? Which friends can help you on your journey?

Think about your favorite character from a movie or book.

Why do you like that character? They may inspire you because you like their positive qualities (积极的品质). Keeping them in mind can help you see yourself in a more heroic way.

Change the way you look at problems.

Are you going through a hard time? You can see your problems as challenges. Think of them as chances to develop your strength and be the hero of your own story.

Go on more heroic adventures.

We grow from new experiences, so try new things in your life. It can be simple, like growing a new plant, or it can be dramatic (戏剧性的), like borrowing a bike and riding it to school.

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When ChatGPT came out last November, Olivia Lipkin, a copywriter (文案写手) in San Francisco, didn’t think too much about it. Over the next few months, however, Lipkin found herself with less and less work to do. In April, she was fired with no explanation. She realized why she lost her job when she heard managers talking about how using ChatGPT was cheaper than hiring (雇用) a human writer.

Lipkin was not alone. Eric Fein, a 34-year-old man in the U. S. state of Illinois, ran a writing business for ten years. He became jobless this March. All his clients (顾客) told him they no longer needed his services because they were turning to ChatGPT. Fein asked his clients to reconsider. He warned them that ChatGPT couldn’t write with his level of creativity. His clients said they understood, but it was far cheaper to use the chatbot (聊天机器人) than to pay him. Fein’s business was gone almost overnight.

Economists predict (经济学家预测) that AI systems like ChatGPT could replace hundreds of millions of jobs in the future. But for those who write social media posts and ads, the effect is already here. Experts say that even the best AI systems can’t match the writing skills of a human. It doesn’t have a personal voice or style. Besides, it often gives the wrong answers. But for many companies, the cost savings are worth the drop in quality. Indeed, companies that have replaced human workers with chatbots have run into trouble. CNET, a technology news site company, once used AI systems to write articles. The results, however, were full of mistakes. They required a lot of corrections. And the U. S. National Eating Disorders Association Company once replaced its helpline (求助热线) staff with chatbots. But it had to stop using the technology after it gave people harmful advice.

After being replaced by ChatGPT, Fein and Lipkin took a same path. Fein decided to do a new job that AI can’t do. He is now an air-conditioning technician (空调技术人员) after training. And Lipkin wanted to work as a dog walker. “I’m taking a complete break from the office world.” She says. But she doesn’t work now.

OCTOPUSES are famous for their round bodies, big eyes and eight arms.     37     But one thing about them is the same: They are good at disguising (伪装) themselves. Octopuses can change their appearance in less than a second!

An octopus can do this in three ways. One is by using color. An octopus’s skin (皮肤) has special cells (细胞). These cells are full of yellow, brown and red pigments (色素). When an octopus moves its muscles (肌肉) in a certain way, the cells become large. These cells produce colorful spots (斑点) and other patterns (图案) on the octopus’s skin.     38     Under blue light, for example, an octopus’s skin will look blue. With these cells, an octopus can produce many different skin colors and patterns.

An octopus can also change the texture (结构) of its skin. When the octopus moves its muscles, its skin can go from smooth to spiky (有尖刺的). It might then look like a plant.     39     Some octopuses, for example, roll their bodies into balls so they look like rocks. One type of octopus can change its shape to look like other sea animals-especially dangerous ones, such as sea snakes.

Why are octopuses so good at changing their looks? They have to be.     40     Because they have no bones in their bodies, octopuses are like large pieces of meat. Many other sea animals want to eat them. To hide from these animals, octopuses have developed this amazing ability.

LONG AGO a little bee was tired of animals and people stealing his honey. He really wanted a weapon (武器) to protect himself and his honey. He asked some gods for help, ________ they didn’t give him any weapons. When there was no way out, he decided to ask Jupiter, king of all the gods.

The little bee ________ into the sky and kept buzzing (发出嗡嗡声) until he caught Jupiter’s attention. “My king,” he buzzed. “I have ________ you a gift of honey!”

With a single taste, Jupiter’s face lit up with delight. “What a marvelous (奇妙的) gift!” Jupiter smiled. “What can I do for you, little bee?”

Although he was shaking with fear, he tried to explain his ________ to Jupiter. “And I had this idea,” the little bee continued.

“Maybe I could guard my honey ________ with a weapon, like a stinger (螫针) or something.”

Jupiter grew ________. “You mean you’d use a stinger against the gods? Or even against me?”

The little bee was scared. As he quickly moved backwards, he bumped into (撞上) Juno, the wife of Jupiter, queen of all the gods, who was standing nearby and listening.

After tasting the honey, she said, “This amazing food needs some ________, of course!” Juno agreed. “I think you should give each bee a stinger. But there must be a price for using it: If a stinger is used, it means they ________ give up their life.”

Jupiter ________ and waved his hand, and it happened right away.

“Thank you, my king and queen,” the little bee said sincerely (真诚地) for his gift ________ he flew away in a hurry.

This gift has continued through time. Even today, a bee must choose between using its stinger or giving up its life.

Liaoning Province is located in the northeast of China and is the center of the region. It is a multi-ethnic and culturally blended area with a rich heritage of both cultural     51     natural attractions. With the Liao River and Yalu River flowing through it, Liaoning Province has a forest coverage rate of 59.7%, making it one of the     52     (large) provinces in China. It’s     53     important economic center in the coastal region of eastern China and     54     (have) many important cities, including Shenyang, Dalian, Anshan, and Panjin.

Liaoning Province has a long history that dates back     55     (near) 2,500 years ago. One of the notable landmarks in the area is the Great Wall of China, which     56     (build) in the Qin Dynasty. This province is home to many UNESCO World Heritage Sites such as the     57     (one) Imperial Palace of the Qing Dynasty.

In terms of culture, there are many museums and art galleries to visit, including the Liaoning Provincial Museum and the China Art Gallery. For a nature     58     (love), Liaoning Province has lots of beautiful parks, such as Shenyang Horticultural Expo Park, Liaoyang City Park, and Jinzhou City Park. Fushun’s mountain ranges (山脉), fall leaves in Dalian, and the northern taiga (针叶树林地带) of Mount Changbai are also great places to explore.

Overall, Liaoning Province is a place     59     great beauty, history, and culture, and its attractions and sites are sure     60     (make) your trip to China an unforgettable one.