Arguing (争辩) with your parents is totally natural for teens. From your hairstyle, your friends, your marks at school to your television habits and your future plans, it might just seem that you argue with your parents about everything. While this is not generally a pleasant state of affairs, it is normal and it will most likely pass.
Argue Fairly
If you are a teen arguing with your parents, remember that your parents love you and only want what is best for you. If you must argue with them, argue fairly by:
•Allowing each person in the argument to speak their mind.
•Refusing to cut in when they are speaking
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Argue Respectfully
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•Sitting still and staying calm.
•Refusing to behave angrily such as kicking,throwing or hitting anything
Argue Only When Needed
Before arguing with your parents, decide what type of teen you want to be and what compromises you are willing to make in order to achieve your goals.
| A．No one likes to argue |
| B．Keeping silence at all times |
| C．Sticking only to the topic at hand |
| D．It’s necessary to argue with your parents |
| E．No matter how heated things may get during an argument |
| F．Keeping your voice lowered at all times and refusing to shout |
| G．In the meantime, remember to argue fairly and respectfully and only when needed |
In the workplace, one of the most important skills to possess is good communication. Employers value employees who can communicate effectively.
Having empathy is very useful in communication. Empathy involves seeing things from the perspective of others.
Equally beneficial is being aware of others and their emotions in communication, which means being sympathetic to misfortunes and praising positive milestones.
While many of these good communication skills occur naturally in individuals, some may need to be learned and practiced in order to become second nature. Many people earn a Master of Arts in Dispute Resolution, an M.A. degree in Marriage and Family Therapy or a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work.
| A．Body language can create harmonious atmosphere in communication. |
| B．Being sympathetic and inspirational is essential in communicating with others. |
| C．Body language can have a huge influence on how other people perceive you. |
| D．It means their being able to listen to others and successfully voicing their own ideas. |
| E．To achieve this successfully, you need to know what is going on in other people’s lives. |
| F．Put yourself in the other person’s position instead of being judgmental or biased by your own beliefs. |
| G．They can directly apply these good communication skills into the workplace and become highly desired by their employers. |
Common public speaking problems
The use of “I feel” “I think” and “maybe”
In the question-and-answer session of the speaking competition, many contestants began their answers with uncertain expressions like “I feel” “I guess” “I hear” “maybe” and “perhaps”. These words show that the person is only speaking from his or her point of view.
Work on keeping your answers brief and to the point. Also work on delivering them with calmness and confidence. Instead of the empty-sounding “I guess”, using facts, together with a clear conclusion based on those facts, is far more likely to be popular with an audience.
Don’t stick to the same tone. It can be boring. Try to mix it up. For example, when they spoke about their dreams, some sounded romantic. Others used humor. Very few used several different styles tighter.
Irresponsible answers
Talking around the topic rather than directly answering it
You should focus on one point and give a clear solution.
Use one or two arguments together and give a strong conclusion. Remember that judges are not judging you on whether they agree, but on your ability to say what you think clearly.
| A．Try mixing more than one style. |
| B．Improving your communication skill. |
| C．Using only one speaking style |
| D．It’s important to involve your audience. |
| E．Public speaking is different from personal conversations. |
| F．The key is to work out what question is being asked |
| G．To the judges and audience, this lacks the support of facts and seems not to be reliable. |
Tips for Foreign Students in China
China is a very popular destination for foreign students today.
Learn the culture
China has a history of over five thousand years. Depending on where you come from, you might find it hard to fit in. This is the rule that applies to any transfer you make in the world.
Learn the language
Even when travelling for a short time, it’s always wise to learn the basic phrases of the language people speak in your target country.
Know your budget
Wherever you go, you need to set your budget before you depart. This is extremely important if you plan to live on a budget for a certain period of time. Before you leave for China to study, check the costs in your selected city or area and plan your budget accordingly.
Don’t limit yourself
Moving across the world to study in a place you don’t know with people you have never seen can seem daunting (令人胆怯的).
| A．Get a Chinese phrasebook and learn the must-knows. |
| B．Then, make sure to keep track of it and follow your plan. |
| C．Once you choose the program, arrange the rest of the details. |
| D．If you’re moving to a place with a different culture, learn a bit before you go. |
| E．Chinese colleges and universities are known for their excellence and high standards. |
| F．What’s more, studying abroad is one of the best experiences. |
| G．However, students who have gone to China to study always regret not spending more time there. |
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