1 . A-Z OF COACHING

Welcome to Barefoot Coaching’s A-Z series. We aim to simplify what might otherwise be complex psychological theories and models and talk about them in a way that anybody can understand. We believe that everybody benefits from learning about and practising coaching skills - and it’s catching! Coaching spreads into other areas of our life and work and the positive effects are felt far beyond just ourselves. Each issue we will be focusing on a different element of coaching. Last month we explored Happiness, this month we will focus on Intuition.

‘I’ IS FOR INTUITION

“There is a voice that doesn’t use words. Listen.” Rumi

If you have ever followed a “hunch”, gone with your gut, listened to your inner voice, or felt “I just know”, then you have accessed your intuition. We don’t have to reject logic or intellect to embrace intuition -good decisions are often the result of instinct and intellect working together. Here are 3 ways to improve your intuition:

● Wild writing. Every day for a week, sit quietly and write for 5 minutes without thinking. Just let the words appear on the page. Then notice what you learn from your untamed thoughts.
● Walking without purpose. Go for a walk (without your phone or others distractions). Take notice if you find your attention being drawn to any particular sights or sounds. Identify what feelings, thoughts or meaning they have for you.
● When faced with a decision, ask yourself “What does my head, heart and gut say?”
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1. Which of the following is TRUE about Intuition?

A．It is a born skill that can not be improved.

B．It enables wise decisions when used properly.

C．It is contradictory to the power of reasoning.

D．It guides us to notice the little things in our life.

2.          was most likely the topic for the month before last.

A．Pity.

B．Jazz.

C．Gratitude.

D．Harmony.

3. What can be learned about the Taster Sessions?

A．Each session lasts about 3 hours.

B．A password is needed for booking a session.

C．They run at a fixed time every day.

D．They are free to regular members only.

2 . 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。

Tom and Jane planned a holiday at the lake, and they decided to take their children, Tim and Sarah, with them. However, Tim and Sarah wanted: to visit Disney World for their holiday or hire a yacht (游艇) in Hawaii. Camping by the lake wasn’t even on their list of holiday adventures.

“We can visit some of the islands too,” Jane said. “Your dad and I always wanted to explore the mysterious cabin on Moose Island.”

Mysterious cabin? The children were now far more interested in this lake holiday idea.

“We might see Big foot,” Tim said.

“Or some unusual species!” Sarah turned to her parents. “We’re in. When do we leave?”

The children’s excitement quickly disappeared when they arrived at the lake. While their parents were carrying their suitcases inside, Timand Sarah stood on the path and stared at the cabin they’d be staying in for the next week, complaining about the smell around, the dust, and the various small insects.

“We’re in nature now, kids. Enjoy the experience! Your dad is building a fire so we can have barbecued fish and potatoes baked in the coals. Isn’t that great?”

Sarah choked. “I am not eating food cooked in coals! I want takeaway instead.”

“Me too.” Tim was about to cry. “Holidays are supposed to be fun, Mom.”

“Come on, guys. There’s a lot of joy to be found in living a simple life and spending time together as a family.”

“People in the suburbs live a simple life, which is more like being homeless!” Sarah shouted

“Yeah,” Tim added. “How can there not be a single restaurant that delivers here? How do these people survive?”

“They eat coal potatoes!” Sarah laughed. “And fish they kill with their bare hands!”

Sarah ran away, and Tim followed. Jane buried her head in her hands. She realized she had to do something to correct their children’s attitude towards simple life. After dinner, she told all about this to Tom, who agreed with Jane. Then they came up with an idea.

注意: 1. 续写词数应为150左右；
2. 请按如下格式在相应位置作答。

Paragraph 1: The next morning, Tim and Sarah entered the main room to demand they leave immediately, but neither Mom nor Dad was in there.

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Paragraph 2: When Tim was about to fall asleep, he heard the sound of heavy footsteps outside, which were approaching.

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6 . 听下面一段长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What did the man do on Saturday evening?

A．He visited a museum.

B．He watched a football match.

C．He watched a movie.

2. How did the kids find the movie?

A．Honest.

B．Interesting.

C．Boring.

3. What food did they not try?

A．Italian food.

B．Thai food.

C．Chinese food.

4. Who is Helen most likely to be?

A．The man’s friend.

B．The man’s wife.

C．The man’s daughter.

7 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. Which is the highest mountain in this area?

A．Mount Karen.

B．Mount Heather.

C．Mount Brown.

2. What is the most popular activity in this mountain?

A．Skiing.

B．Seeing wildlife.

C．Having snowmobile tours.

3. How is the weather in the mountain in summer?

A．A bit cold.

B．Quite cool.

C．Very hot.

4. In which season may the tour be?

A．Winter.

B．Autumn.

C．Summer.

8 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. Why does the woman choose the ski location?

A．It is near her hotel.

B．It offers reasonable prices.

C．It provides great skiing experiences.

2. When does the ski location begin to close?

A．In February.

B．In March.

C．In April.

3. How will the speakers get to the ski location?

A．By car.

B．By bus.

C．By train.

4. What are the speakers most probably doing in Europe?

A．Taking sightseeing tours.

B．Going on a business trip.

C．Holding an art exhibition.

10 . 听下面一段较长对话,回答以下小题。
1. What does John think about the City Theatre?

A．It’s small.

B．It’s close.

C．It’s crowded,

2. What is Liz’s purpose of making the phone call?

A．To ask a favour.

B．To give John some tickets.

C．To share details of a show.

3. Where is Liz now?

A．At a concert,

B．At home.

C．At work.

4. What is the probable relationship between John and Liz?

A．Friends.

B．Fellow workers.

C．Husband and wife.