B2 – Upper Intermediate
In today’s fast‑paced digital world, email has become an essential tool for communication. Yet the constant flow of messages can feel overwhelming, leaving many people drained and less productive. This growing challenge highlights the need to rethink how we manage our inboxes and balance technology with well‑being.
Let’s read the article together to explore why this issue is becoming more common and discover practical ways to address it.
https://mailstrom.co/articles/why-email-fatigue-is-a-growing-problem-and-what-can-be-done-about-it
Vocabulary Questions:
- What does “to whittle something down”? “To whittle the volume down to zero can take hours or even days.” Use it in your own sentence. Give a synonym.
- What is the meaning of the expression “nagging feeling“? “Plus, there’s that nagging feeling of leaving something undone.
” Use it in your own sentence. Give a synonym. - What does “trouble brewing” mean? “If your staff is doing that, there’s a different kind of trouble brewing.” Use it in a sentence. Give a synonym.
Discussion Questions:
- How does the constant flow of emails affect your daily productivity?
- In what ways can email communication be both helpful and overwhelming?
- Why do you think people feel stressed when their inbox is full?
- What strategies have you tried (or heard of) to manage email overload?
- How might email fatigue impact teamwork and collaboration?