Curiosityisanimportantcharacte-优题课

If I ask you, “ How do you feel about success?” What will be your answer? Most people will
say: I want more of it. I deserve it. I am working towards it. Why are those feelings so common? When they think of succeeding they think of material comforts, they think of happiness, and they think of honor. Certainly, being successful can include all of these things and more.
Now here’s a personal question: What is success? You see, personal success comes in many different forms. If you want to be successful in your life, then the very first thing you should do is to take the time to decide exactly what that means to you. Never mind what it means to anyone else. What does it mean to you?
Society seems to base the whole idea of being successful on how much money a person earns. But many so-called successful people are very unhappy in their personal life.
So you should have a personal idea of what being successful means to you. This is the only way to make your success truly meaningful.

A．I feel great about it.

B．Then set right goals.

C．You will feel more successful immediately.

D．Your idea of being successful might not be the same as mine.

E.Think about what being successful would feel like.
F.To some people, being successful means earning a lot of money.
G.Because most of the people feel that being successful is a good thing.

To forgive is a virtue(美德), but no one has ever said it is easy. When someone has deeply hurt you, it can be extremely difficult to let go of your hate. However, forgiveness is possible, and it can be surprisingly beneficial to your physical and mental health. People who forgive show less sadness, anger and stress and more hopefulness, according to a recent research.
Try the following steps:
Calm yourself. You can take a couple of breaths and think of something that gives you pleasure: a beautiful scene in nature, or someone you love.
Don’t wait for an apology. Many times the person who hurt you does not intend to apologize. They may have wanted to hurt you or they just don’t see things the same way. Keep in mind that forgiveness does not necessarily mean becoming friends again with the person who upset you.
Take the control away from your offender(冒犯者). Rethinking about your hurt gives power to the person who causes you pain. Instead of focusing on your wounded feelings, learn to look for the love, beauty and kindness around you.
If you understand your offender, you may realize that he or she was acting out of unawareness, fear, and even love. You may want to write a letter to yourself from your offender’s point of view.
Don’t forget to forgive yourself. But it can rob you of your self-confidence if you don’t do it.

A．Why should you forgive?

B．How should you start to forgive?

C．Recognize the benefits of forgiveness.

D．Try to see things from your offender’s angle（角度）.

E. For some people, forgiving themselves is the biggest challenge.
F. To make your anger die away, try a simple stress-management technique.
G. If you wait for people to apologize, you could be waiting an awfully long time.

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A. Get to know yourself.
B. Take care of your body.
C. Practice basic respect towards yourself.
D. Be honest with yourself and with others.
E. Think about what it means to respect someone.
F. Recognize when people disrespect you and take steps to stop it.
How to Respect Yourself
A lack of self-respect can prevent you from fulfilling your potential and developing healthy relationships. Here are some steps to help you know how to respect yourself.
__________ The qualities that we respect vary from person to person, and the way we express it varies from culture to culture. Generally, we respect people who have more experience and are more accomplished than ourselves. But there is also a basic level of respect that most people will agree is a right, and does not need to be earned. So think about what it means to respect others. Here are some widely agreed-upon signals of respect: You don’t steal from, harm, or insult them; you are honest with them; you listen to what they say, consider their opinions, and avoid interrupting them.
__________ We often do things for ourselves that we would never dream of doing for someone we care about. Whatever you believe to be respectful, apply it to yourself. Don’t harm yourself. Don’t insult yourself. Don’t steal from yourself. Be honest with yourself. Develop your own opinions and don’t be afraid to stand by them.
__________ A person with self-respect doesn’t allow others to treat them badly, and would rather not be around someone who is disrespectful. This might seem obvious, but there are many times when we accept being treated badly. When someone doesn’t give you basic respect, you need to be able to say, in one way or another, “You just disrespected me and that’s not acceptable! If you don’t respect me, I won’t spend time with you any more.” Can you say that, and mean it?
Can you turn your back on someone who’s clearly shown that they don’t respect you? Once you do, you’ll feel your sense of self-respect go up.
__________ When you make an effort to keep your body in good working order, you’ll not only feel better physically, but also feel a sense of pride. Respecting your body also means not insulting it for what it is, naturally. Make an effort to get fit and stay healthy. Focus on the things you can change and improve, and do them because it feels good.
__________ The more you know about yourself, the more you’ll see and appreciate how unique you really are. And you’ll respect yourself more. Discover your principles, personality, and talents. Stop waiting for other people’s approval and start developing your own standards.
Develop a unique and original way of expressing your opinions while at the same time being a good listener.

Travel tips that are no longer true
We all love an inside trip, but some of the classic tips for travelers no longer hold true.
1. Book a plane ticket far in advance to save money.
This myth may have been true back in the 1960s, when flights were less common than they are today. Back then, the demand for a flight would naturally increase as the date approached, there being few other options. According to recent studies, the best time to buy a domestic ticket was between six and seven weeks before.
2.
Don’t ignore the benefits of going straight to the hotel to negotiate (商谈) a good deal on a room. Many hotel chains offer rate guarantees and encourage customers to book directly. Hotels also frequently have discounts or some offers that third-party websites don’t know. Apart from this, hotels give the upgrades, not the booking agents.
3. Avoid street food.
If this means standing up at a cheap street stall (摊位), then follow the crowd. Don’t sit down at a restaurant and spend four times more, on the simple assumption that it’s the only safe option. Can you see what’s going on in the kitchen?
4. Carry your money in a special pocket or pouch.
This is the fastest way to stand out from locals — who will have their money in a wallet or purse. Only take what you need when you leave your hotel room.

A．When in Rome, do what the Romans do.

B．And make sure to put your wallet in a front pocket.

C．This is only true if you are buying products that are heavily taxed.

D．Let yourself relax in a warm room for one or two people in single beds.

E. Check the updates on these tall tales (说大话) to save cash and add experience to your trip.
F. These days, many alternatives for the most popular routes mean that demand stays steady.
G. The best hotel prices are on travel websites.

. Since that time, we've provided people like you --- teachers, doctors, salespeople, full-time parents --- with a way of having a great time, challenging themselves and reconnecting with family and friends.
The non-stop routine of everyday life – answering e-mails, sitting in staff meetings ---- can have a dulling effect on people's senses. . Otherworld provides just such an opportunity. It is an experience participants cherish and remember for years afterwards．
Coming to Otherworld is like stepping into the pages of an adventure novel. You'll meet a host of characters, portrayed by our staff, who'll start bringing the world to life. Mysteries will begin to unfold around you. . You' ll see amazing sights and do things you never dreamed possible．
Suppose you were traveling to a foreign country. When you arrived, you might read a guidebook or visit a tourist booth to familiarize yourself with the laws and customs of the place you were visiting.. Before the weekend, you'll receive a handbook, explaining Otherworld’s customs and conventions. When you arrive at the weekend itself, there'll be a short briefing to review the handbook's contents.
Then you and your group are taken to the front door of the Inn at World's Edge. You'll see candles on each of the tables. A fire will burn in the fireplace. At many of the tables, people will sit talking, arguing, and laughing. These people are our staff volunteers. . But now they are all costumed and playing roles as citizens of the village of World's Edge.

A．And at that moment, the adventure begins．

B．Otherworld Adventure Weekend starts in much the same way．

C．They are the same people who welcomed you and helped you unload bags．

D．Maybe some of the local people would talk to you, telling you about nearby attractions．．

E. Otherworld was founded in 1992 with an idea: to give people an extraordinary adventure．
F. Therefore, everybody needs a relaxing weekend - a good adventure to refresh themselves．
G. As you and your friends work together to solve them, you'll find yourselves challenged in ways that are exciting, unexpected and fun．