Tag: People and Human Interest

B2 – Upper Intermediate

Feelings of regret in the long-term are more likely for decisions involving inaction; that is, choosing not to do something (Gilovich & Medvec, 1994).

Sometimes, the regret most of us have is that we didn’t try things along the way because we worry too much. We think others’ opinions are crucial to our future success and happiness, only to realize on our deathbeds, none of that matters.

Watch the video to know some life lessons that people learn a bit too late.

Discussion Questions:

1. What are the biggest regrets in life based on the video? Anything else you can add to these? Which ones do you think you will never regret?
2. Talk about a decision that you regret.
3. For you, what good things came from not taking chances?
4. What dreams have you turned into reality and you did not wait for that “one day”?
5. What was one great opportunity you feel you may have missed and why did you miss it?

B2 – Upper Intermediate

Your appearance matters a lot in many situations. If you look good, you feel good. Whether you’re attending events, going out with friends, and especially at work, you want to look the part. Physical appearance does affect others’ perception of you.

Watch the video and learn why appearance and dressing for success matter.

Discussion Questions:

1. How important is a person’s appearance?
2. Does physical appearance have an impact on your work?
3. Tell me about a time when you realized the importance of your physical appearance.

B2 – Upper Intermediate

By definition, introverts are individuals who get easily worn out by socializing and mostly dislike shallow conversations.

Watch the video to know some tips on how to manage small talk and avoid being socially uncomfortable despite being an introvert.

Discussion Questions:

1. Do you like or dislike small talks? Why or why not?
2. What can be done to be good at making conversations with people you’ve just met?
3. Who are some prominent figures today who you would consider introverted? How do they normally conduct themselves in a group or in front of the public?
4. What advice would you give to introverted newly-hired employees?
5. Would you rather be an extrovert or an introvert? Explain.

B2 – Upper Intermediate

Echolocation is a skill we usually associate with animals such as bats and whales, but some blind humans also use the echoes of their own sounds to detect obstacles and their outlines.

Find out more about how echolocation is learned and how the brain adapts to vision loss.

Discussion Questions:

1. Talk about Daniel Kish’s upbringing compared to more conventional parenting styles for blind/disabled children.
2. If you had to lose one of your senses, which would you choose and why?
3. Rank your senses in order of importance. Elaborate.
4. What do you think are the advantages of being blind?

B2 – Upper Intermediate

If you have been on the internet, you probably have watched a video and suddenly, Rick Astley’s Never Gonna Give you Up just shows up randomly.

If you do not know what this is called or just have never experienced it before, it is called the Rick Roll.

The Rick Roll has existed for a while now and still continues to be more prevalent and with such an infamous presence on the internet, you have to wonder how it was created.

Watch this video to find out.

Discussion Questions:

1. In your opinion, do you think the Rick Roll continue to be prevalent? Why or why not?
2. Have you ever come across the Rick Roll? What made it a popular meme?
3. Do you think Rick Rolling is a good or a bad thing?
4. If you have been Rick Rolled, what is the best Rick Roll you have ever done or experienced?
5. Is there a phenomenal song in your country? Is there a significant ingredient that made it a hit? Talk about this song.

B2 – Upper Intermediate

Our situation right now is because of the choices we’ve made along the way. There are a lot of factors that are affecting our choices. Attitude is one of the major ones. It has a great impact on making choices from the time we wake up until the time we call it a day.

In this video, you’ll watch a story about a person who remains having a great positive attitude even after a major accident happened in his life.

Discussion Questions:

1. How will you describe Jerry’s attitude?
2. What does “If I were any better, I would be twins!” mean?
3. Do you consider yourself as natural motivator to the people around you? Share a moment when you motivate someone.
4. What is the best choice you’ve made in your life so far? How did you come up with the decision ultimately?
5. Do you consider yourself a pessimist or an optimist? State your reasons.

B2 – Upper Intermediate

One of the most important relationships that we have is friendship. Our friends are one of the reasons for our happiness. They are the ones whom we can connect and share our feelings and thoughts with.

In this video, you will watch an ancient Indian story about friendship and its worth.

Discussion Questions:

1. What is the summary of the story?
2. Define friendship.
3. Do you have best friends? Can you describe each of them?
4. Do you agree that it’s possible to be friends with your enemies? Explain.
5. What might be the factors to making friendships last?