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B2 – Upper Intermediate<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the pressures of everyday life, it’s easy to lose sight of the seemingly insignificant pleasures that surround us. But the key to\u00a0joyfulness may be less difficult than you think. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It’s often the small things that make the biggest impact. From savoring a warm cup of coffee to taking a moment of solitude to reflect, or even just simply making a mindful choice to treat others with kindness and respect. These little things have the potential to unleash immense joy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Click the link to learn how paying attention to these fleeting moments can transform our lives, making each day more wonderful and fulfilling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

https:\/\/www.huffpost.com\/entry\/expert-backed-micro-acts-joy-happier_l_65b183bfe4b04d89950fbc46<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Vocabulary Questions:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. What does \u201czest for life\u201d<\/strong> mean in the sentence, \u201cDuring the cold days of winter and through the tough realities that many of us face on a daily basis, it\u2019s hard to feel a zest for life<\/strong>.\u201d<\/em>? Use this in your own sentence.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. What does \u201cbang for your buck\u201d<\/strong> mean in the sentence, \u201c\u201cThat is going to give you the biggest bang for your buck<\/strong> in terms of the investment of time and effort that you\u2019re putting into it,\u201d Bono said.\u201d\u201d?<\/em> Use this in your own sentence.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. What does \u201cto get\/be trapped in a cycle\u201d<\/strong> mean in the sentence, \u201cOtherwise, it\u2019s easy to get trapped in the cycle<\/strong> of bad news.\u201d<\/em>? Use this in your own sentence.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    Discussion Questions:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    1. Can you recall a recent experience of awe or wonder, such as being in nature or witnessing something creatively inspiring? Please share.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    2. In what ways do you practice gratitude, and how does it influence your perspective on life? Tell me more.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    3. Can you think of a recent situation where choosing kindness made a positive difference, either for you or someone else? Please share.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    4. How do you balance your attention between negative news and positive aspects of life to avoid getting trapped in a cycle of negativity bias?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    5. Reflecting on the article, what micro-acts of joy resonate with you, and how might you incorporate them into your daily life?<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

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