Many people think that money brings happiness. However, according to Professor Michael Argyle, this is not true. In Britain, we are
Professor Argyle has found that very poor people and very rich people are unhappier than those in between. For example, very poor people in
Because of this, a few young millionaires are changing their life styles. Richard Cross, a multi-millionaire computer analyst ( 分 析 师 ) from California is an example. His house
So what can make
2 . Do you think you need to shout at yourself to force yourself to finish your homework? If so, think again.
Self-compassion is the practice of being kind and supportive to ourselves. The opposite is being self-critical and mean to ourselves when we make a mistake.
A 2017 study found people who practice self-compassion tend to handle stress better. Their bodies have less of a stress response when, for example, they meet with difficulties at work or school.
With practice, we can learn to treat ourselves with kindness and unconditional love — not tough love.
A.So how do we develop self-compassion? |
B.It may be more effective to be kind to yourself. |
C.It includes letting go of your strict self-criticism. |
D.Mindfulness is the key to practicing self-compassion. |
E.But this approach does not make us feel or perform better. |
F.They have more confidence to look for areas where they can improve. |
G.Also, show ourselves kindness in ways that nourish (滋养) our spirit and body. |
3 . We have all heard that if you talk to yourself, you’re crazy,
My first exposure to positive self-talk was reading The Little Engine That Could. Do you remember that book from your childhood? While trying to make it up a big hill, the little engine keeps saying to himself, “I think I can, I think I can.” And of course, he makes it.
Positive self-talk is one of the most valuable tools you can use to keep yourself physically and mentally balanced. Many Olympic and professional athletes use it every time they practice or compete.
Positive self-talk can also help you calm down from anxiety and feel less sad. There was a period of time when I felt upset. Every morning, I woke up and said to myself, “Hi, Barton. You’re going to have a good day today.”
A.In fact, that’s not always the case. |
B.Much to my surprise, I was just fine |
C.It’s a valuable lesson for us to learn and remember. |
D.Instead, there are several different types of self-talk. |
E.You know, I was programming my brain to feel good. |
F.When it comes to positive self-talk, the simpler, the better. |
G.That was an opportunity for me to try something challenging. |
Laughter can help us to feel more
1.感谢家长多年来无微不至的关心和照顾;
2.表达决心(努力学习,多帮家长做家务等)。
注意:(1)词数 100 左右;
(2)可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。
Dear Dad and Mum,
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6 . A sunny afternoon before Christmas, a little girl was decorating a box with a gold wrapping paper to put it under the Christmas tree. Money was tight, so the girl’s father
However, the next morning the girl
The father was extremely
Each of us have been
A.praised | B.punished | C.admired | D.contacted |
A.expensive | B.common | C.cheap | D.lovely |
A.emailed | B.sent | C.brought | D.put |
A.beautiful | B.full | C.amazing | D.empty |
A.box | B.gift | C.paper | D.package |
A.anxiously | B.fluently | C.seriously | D.calmly |
A.excitement | B.tears | C.fire | D.stars |
A.designed | B.exchanged | C.filled | D.arranged |
A.surprised | B.proud | C.shy | D.annoyed |
A.ears | B.hands | C.eyes | D.arms |
A.forgiveness | B.carelessness | C.kindness | D.blindness |
A.alone | B.happy | C.sad | D.excited |
A.heart | B.love | C.anger | D.stress |
A.given | B.requested | C.attracted | D.impressed |
A.source | B.topic | C.confidence | D.treasure |
7 . For my daughter's 19th birthday, we bought her tickets to go and see Linkin Park, as they were playing in our city. We didn't really have the
The night before she was like a
Needless to say when they
Later that day they returned, with faces full of happiness and warmth. They presented my husband and me with a
This wasn't something
A.money | B.time | C.interest | D.news |
A.worker | B.baby | C.kid | D.parent |
A.dance | B.learn | C.walk | D.sit |
A.speak | B.sleep | C.stand | D.leave |
A.healthy | B.happy | C.pretty | D.surprised |
A.stayed | B.left | C.returned | D.turned |
A.worrying about | B.caring for | C.looking at | D.listening to |
A.lent | B.earned | C.saved | D.spent |
A.Still | B.Only | C.Just | D.Also |
A.continued | B.tried | C.decided | D.struggled |
A.kept | B.lost | C.realized | D.discovered |
A.gift | B.prize | C.ticket | D.picture |
A.richest | B.oldest | C.best | D.cleverest |
A.important | B.ordinary | C.new | D.valuable |
A.feelings | B.concerns | C.understandings | D.opinions |
8 . Nowadays,with the development of the Internet,emojis are more and more popular among netizens.Some people even feel difficult to talk online without using emojis.Emojis help netizens to communicate with each other easily and vividly.Yet,not all emojis are properly used on social media.So we are going to introduce some common but confusing emojis to help you have a better understanding of these small signs.
1.A recent survey shows,over 53% people use the emoji when they are chatting online.Some people think it means “I’m shy,” but others only use it when they are surprised or shocked.But what does it really mean?It is still an unsolved question.
2.What do you think of this sign?Believe it or not,80% of netizens use it under the meaning of “It is not funny at all,but I have to smile.” Is it right?Of course not!It actually means that “I saw what you did (usually bad things) and I want to give you a sinister (奸诈的) smile.”
3.People have very different opinions on this emoji.The Apple company has told that this emoji means “high-five”.But most people still use the incorrect meaning—pray.Some netizens even think,“If you see this emoji as two people give each other a high five,you must be a bad guy.”
4.According to the official guidelines,it is used as “smile through tears”.However,most young netizens consider this emoji as “laugh to tears” or simply “LOL”,which means “laugh out loud”.
1. Why does the writer introduce these four emojis?A.Because they are more important. |
B.Because they are not so common. |
C.To help netizens use them easily. |
D.To help netizens use them properly. |
A. | B. | C. | D. |
A.Stop doing your homework. |
B.Send this emoji back to your father. |
C.Go on playing with your mobile phone. |
D.Put away your mobile phone and do your homework. |
A. | B. | C. | D. |
主要内容:① Nancy总是组织很多课堂活动,让大家积极参与;
② 她经常说的 “Never say you can not”给大家留下了深刻的印象;
③ 她用“team spirit”来鼓励大家交流和分享;
④ 希望她再来到中国。
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2. 可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯;
Dear Nancy,
How time flies! By the time you are going back to Australia,
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Yours,
Li Hua
10 . Speaking of self-improvement, perhaps you want to become more productive, read more books, take regular exercise or learn something new.
Observe your emotional reactions.
Our emotions can often overwhelm (击败) us and make us behave in ways we’d rather not. The first step in dealing with your emotions is to recognize your current feelings.
Develop a way to express your emotions.
Chris Martin, the singer-songwriter and frontman of the band Coldplay, once said, “You've got to express yourself in life, and it's better out than in. What you reveal, you heal.”
Sometimes emotions can be overwhelming even if you undertake all other steps to manage them. In this case, the only left option is to find a therapist (治疗师). Many successful, respected people like J. K. Rowling, Emma Stone, and Michael Phelps all promote therapy’s benefits. Turning to these professionals is one of the best ways to improve yourself. These trained professionals can provide guidance and support when it comes to coping with your emotions.
A.Work with a licensed therapist. |
B.Receive professional training as therapists. |
C.This can feel incredibly uncomfortable at first. |
D.There are so many ways to let out your emotions. |
E.Remember you can’t manage what you don't know. |
F.It will help you improve your concentration. |
G.Have you thought of learning to control your emotions? |