How could we live without the Internet? That’s how most of us keep in touch with friends, research a cool place to visit, or find out the latest news.【小题1】But when you’re moving through the Internet, you need to stay safe.

No Talking to Strangers.

Since you were a little kid, your mom or dad has probably told you not to talk to strangers. 【小题2】It’s easy to meet a stranger on the Internet. You might visit a chat room or get an email or a text message from someone you don’t know. It can be fun to make new friends, but do not communicate with strangers you meet online. 【小题3】Children have been tricked online by people who pretend to be something that they’re not. Some children have found themselves in a dangerous situation when they agreed to meet the mysterious (神秘的) online “friend” in person.

【小题4】The email could be from a person or a company trying to sell you something. A grown-up should decide what’s best to do, which may include changing your email address or telling the police.

Keep Your Privacy (隐私).   

Anybody who uses the Internet has been asked to sign in, log in, or create a personal profile (简介). Kids need to check with a parent or grown-up before doing so. Why?【小题5】Another way to keep your privacy is to choose a screen name or email account name that isn’t your real name.

Flexible Thinking for Your Career

Does work ever leave you feeling stuck in a rut (一成不变) with limited opportunities to be creative? 【小题1】 But is this even possible, and if so, how to improve your flexibility?

Most jobs require the ability to problem-solve and cope with challenges, at least to a certain extent.【小题2】 If that teacher is a flexible thinker, they will be able to adapt their classroom management, even if they haven’t seen this situation before.

According to Leonard Mlodinow, author of Flexibility, flexible thinkers rely on idea generation (创意生成) and imagination. 【小题3】 “Flexible thinking is what you need when the circumstances change, and you are dealing with something new. It’s not about following rules.” Therefore, instead of following the typical procedure for inducting a new student, the teacher might come up with a tailored (特制的) response, based on prediction and previous experience.

【小题4】 According to Dr Lisa Feldman Barrett, it’s all about exercising the brain. One way of doing this, she says, is through exposure to a variety of experiences which make it easier to adjust to new situations. A lot of companies now consider flexible thinking in the workplace, especially when it comes to design. Workspaces may have couches where workers can lie down and relax, giving them the space to come up with and process new ideas.

Mlodinow says it’s very important to take time to daydream, listen to ideas and concepts you disagree with and spend time doing activities outside of your comfort zone.【小题5】 So, if you want to make a change, you can become a flexible thinker too, with a little practice.

HOW TO GET THE MOST OUT OF EVERY BOOK YOU READ

Reading books can be one of life’s greatest pleasures and learning experiences. 【小题1】. Especially if you’re reading a book for more than just the pleasure of it, you have to do more than just turn over its pages. Here we will explore actionable ways to maximize the benefits of reading.

Understanding why you’re reading a book can significantly impact how you approach it. The right goal will help you pay attention to what’s most important. If you’re reading a book about photography, you may want to pay particular attention to the images. 【小题2】.

After finishing a chapter, take a few minutes to summarize it in your own words. 【小题3】. It also creates a handy reference guide for the future. Summarizing can be a creative process, too. Try using bullet points, mind maps, or one-liners to capture the essence of each chapter.

【小题4】. If a book teaches you a new approach to time management, try implementing it in your daily routine. If a novel provides a moral lesson, reflect on how it applies to your life. This active application ensures that the book leaves a lasting impact.

The process of reading doesn’t end when you turn the last page. Regularly revisiting your notes, summaries, and reflections keeps the material fresh and relevant. Consider setting aside time each month to review previous reads and reflect how they’ve shaped your thoughts and actions. Not for every book, of course, just for the most impactful ones.