How to Make a Good First Impression

Have you ever met someone and walked away with"fool"or"loser"in mind？Are you afraid of being that someone and having others not like or understand you？Happily，you can get rid of these worries and fears by learning some effective skills on how to make a great and lasting first impression．Let's get started．

Talk about your interests and hobbies．  (1)  ．It is always a great conversation starter!Ask if they like a specific band or singer. The more you have in common，the easier it will be to carry on the conversation．

Smile．Especially when first meeting someone．It's not necessary to show your teeth，just a meaningful grin（露齿而笑） will do．  (2)  ，or people will feel you're being fake or that you don't like them．

  (3)  ．Stay focused on the person you are speaking with and certainly not on anything else to avoid them feeling unappreciated and unwanted．Often if the person has an eye problem，like an eye that turns in，you're put off by this．Instead，focus on the person's nose or mouth．

Have a sense of humor．Born funny people are just themselves and the humor shows．Don't worry if you are not a born funny person．  (4)  ．Don't keep serious all the time while you are talking to a new friend．

Be yourself．Don't pretend to be someone you're not，or you are stuck with that label forever．Be yourself．That may be what everyone says but it is entirely true!  (5)  ．If somebody finds out you have been lying to him or her，they will be very hurt and it will be hard for them to forgive you easily．

How to Love Your Parents

Even if you think that your parents are mean-­spirited at times, loving your parents is a normal and fulfilling part of life. You love them for the fact that they created you, raised you, and are in part a source of who you are. Here are some ways to love your parents.

__  (1)  __A gentle “good morning” and “I love you” will warm a coldest heart. Remember that they brought you into this world. Without your parents, you might still wander at an unknown corner in an unknown world. Respect them more and cherish these moments. You can use these moments to learn from them when you’re off on your own. It’s OK to get angry but angry actions don’t help you or your parents. Act calmly, cool off, keep a journal about your feelings, or talk to a friend.__  (2)  __

Obey their requests. It will make your attitude better and earn you more respect from them. It may seem like you are going through hell when you don’t get what you want or you have to clean. However, you had better remember they keep a roof over your head when it’s cold, raining, snowing, or too hot. Understand that parents are human beings and make mistakes.__  (3)  __Since you can forgive your friends, why not forgive your parents?

Keep company with them. Do things with your parents like watching TV, or go somewhere with them.__  (4)  __Listen to their old stories and learn from them. You will find they are your teachers in this way or another.

Some people simply may not be able to love their parents.__  (5)  __Seek help if you are being abused(虐待) in any way. Parents do not have a right to harm you.

Reasons You Should Take A Gap Year

   Taking a gap year between high school and college can be beneficial to one's personal growth. Here are reasons.

   ◆ You'll perform better in college.

   __（1）___ This isn't true. Many schools report gap year students have higher GPAs and are more involved, so their attitudes toward gap years are far from unfavorable.

   ◆ ___（2）_

   More often than not, college students devote themselves to one area of study, realize it's not for them, and then swap to a different major. You'll cut down on coursework and stress if you have considered how to spend your academic experience before you get there.

   ◆ You'll know what's important in life before most people do.

   College is fun, but it's easy to get so caught up that you begin to believe your friend group is the center of the universe. ___（3）_ However, if you've traveled the wider world, you'll understand there are bigger issues for humanity than a failed date night or lost game.

   ◆ You'll be an expert at adapting to new places.

   On a gap year, you'll be forced to learn about a new society, a new group of friends, and maybe even new languages. ___（4）___ So you'll be much more ready to handle it if you've already such skills.

   ◆ You'll have time to think.

   Life feels like it's unfolding fast, and in college, things only move faster. Give yourself room to think and breathe and be on long train rides from country to country. ___（5）_

As a student, you can do well on a test if you have a good knowledge of the information that is being tested.

  (1)   The DETER strategy can help you do your best on any test. Each letter in DETER reminds you what to do.

      D = Directions 

      Read the test directions very carefully. Ask your teacher to explain anything about the test directions you do not understand.   (2)  

      E = Examine 

      Examine the entire test to see how much you have to do. Only by knowing the entire task can you break it down into parts that become manageable for you.

      T = Time 

        (3)   If there are different points for items, plan to spend the most time on the items that count for the most points. Planning your time is especially important for essay tests.

      E = Easiest 

     (4)   If you get stuck on a difficult item that comes up early in the test, you may not get to answer items that test things you know well.

      R = Review 

      If you have planned your time correctly, you will have time to review your answers.

  (5)   Also make sure to review the test directions to be certain you have answered all items required.

What does it take to win in sports? Skill? Hard work? Concentration?    (1)   But what about luck? Did you know that even the great Michael Jordan wore his blue University of North Carolina shorts underneath his Bulls uniform (队服) for good luck on the basketball field?

Many players believe that following certain sports superstitions (迷信) will bring them good luck. Some use lucky equipment, wear lucky clothing, or follow lucky habits.  (2)   Some baseball players have a lucky baseball glove, lucky socks, lucky underwear, or lucky baseball caps. When they are winning all of their games, they insist on using them even if they get smelly. Some players donˈt even want their uniforms washed if they are winning.   (3)  

Turk Wendell, a player in Major League Baseball, always brushes his teeth between the playing periods. Roger Clemens, a famous pitcher (投手) of the New York Yankees, always touched the head of the Babe Ruth statue (雕塑) at Yankee Stadium before playing baseball there.    (4)   In his eyes, the letter stands for a strikeout, a situation in which a player is out because he has tried to hit the ball three times and failed.

In sports, practice and concentration are very important.   (5)   After all, success is so important that it is no wonder competitors do whatever they can to win.

Having a busy schedule doesn’t mean you need to give up your fitness goals. While training to become an amateur bodybuilder requires quite a bit of time and energy, you don’t need to sacrifice your career and social life to follow this path. Look at the following tips that help.

  (1)  

One of the most common mistakes that new bodybuilders make is sacrificing their sleep schedule in order to spend more time at work or in the gym. Those who fail to get enough sleep every night will slow their gains and increase their risk of becoming injured.

Prepare your meals early.

  (2)   Many professional bodybuilders have found a way around this by preparing their meals on the weekends. Whenever you have a few free hours, you should try to cook large batches of sweet potatoes, chicken, fish, vegetables, and quinoa(藜麦). You can then store your food in separate containers for meals throughout the rest of the week.

Get your family involved.

Those who skip family events to put in extra time at the gym will quickly find themselves stressed and unhappy.  (3)   But bringing them to the gym a few days a week will give you a little extra time with them.

Wisely consume your caffeine.

Millions of people consume caffeine every single day to remain focused and energetic.  (4)     Instead of trying to keep yourself constantly energetic with caffeine, you should try to consume it only when you need it the most. Foods that provide long-term energy are better for those who struggle with tiring workouts(训练).

Striking a balance between training and the rest of your life is no easy task, but it can be done with enough planning and foresight.  (5)  

 Ways to Track Your Personal Health Information on Your Phone

Your smartphone is a powerful and flexible tool for acquiring information related to your health.   (1)   There are other various ways that allow the user several approaches for acquiring health information.

   (2)   The sensors(传感器) built into your phone can automatically acquire selected types of health information when they are linked to suitable apps. Thus, the apps take advantage of the phone’s stock hardware to deliver specialized health-related functions.   (3)   Numerous apps use the phone’s GPS to track outdoor activities like running or walking. A handful of apps also use the accelerometer (加速度计) to track indoor activities like treadmill running, which would be impossible to measure with the GPS.

Acquire information with a separate health sensor. The smartphone itself is a wonder of modern technology.   (4)   Here are a few devices you can connect with your phone to track health information: Activity trackers like the fitbit, blood pressure monitor, heart rhythm monitor. Comprehensive platforms like Apple’s Health app make it easy to tie all this information together.

Link to your electronic health records. Much of your health information may be stored in electronic health records maintained by your health care providers.   (5)   You can access your health records through a patient portal(入口) on your phone or download it with the Blue Button function.

Some people like sports, especially like outdoor sports.  (1)  , a simple hike(徒步) in the woods can be good chance to help communicate with nature. While a hike can be simple, a few key pieces of equipment can make it a fun experience.

Good Hiking Shoes

  A good pair of hiking shoes can help you a lot. These come in different types. If you’re hiking over rocky areas, a boot(靴子) that offers greater support is suitable. If you’re just walking on paths in the woods, just about any comfortable shoes will do. Anyway, the “comfort” part is key.  (2)  , and make taking a hike in the future less enjoyable.

A Large Backpack

  If your hike in the woods will be longer than a few hours, taking a backpack is a good decision. The backpack should be large enough to hold everything you want,  (3)  . Use the pack to carry an extra jacket, sunscreen, water, and any food that you ay want to bring.

Proper Clothing

  For common hikes, just about any clothing will do. But if you’re going hiking in cold weather or in a extreme heat, avoiding cotton is a good idea. Cotton tends to absorb(吸收) water or sweat,  (4)  . Wool materials can keep wet away from the body and are more quick-drying. For cold-weather hikes, if you have a cold, wet clothing on your can be dangerous.

  If you’re hiking in or near an area where hunting(狩猎) is allowed,  (5)  . There are hats and clothes that are made in so-called “safety orange”, which will allow hunters to easily see you.

Maybe you are an average student.   (1)   This is not necessarily so, however. Anyone can become a better student if he or she wants to. Here’s how.

Plan your time carefully. When planning your work, you should make a list of things that you have to do. After making this list, you should make a schedule of your time. First your time for eating, sleeping, dressing, etc. Then decide a good, regular time for studying.   (2)   A weekly schedule may not solve all your problems, but it will force you to realize what is happening to your time.

Make good use of your time in class.   (3)   Listening carefully in class means less work later. Taking notes will help you remember what the teacher says.

Study regularly. When you get home from school, go over your notes; look at the important points that your teacher is going to discuss the next day, read that material.   (4)   If you do these things regularly, the material will become more meaningful, and you’ll remember it longer.

Develop a good attitude towards tests. The purpose of a test is to show what you have learned about a subject. They help you remember your new knowledge. The world won’t end if you don’t pass a test, so don’t be over worried.

    (5)   You will probably discover them after you have tried these.

Four Reasons Why Change Is Good for You

    We all know that change is hard because your brain is used to doing the same thing over and over again.   (1)  But the positive consequence is really great. Here are four reasons why change is good for you: