Have you ever tried to persuade a friend to do what he didn’t really want to? If so, you may have made them uncomfortable and even annoyed, and crossed a boundary (界限). 【小题1】. How to respect others’ boundaries?

Communicate clearly. It can be helpful to ask them frankly how they feel, rather than guess you can borrow their sweater or expect them to drive you to the airport. Apart from their words, it can also be helpful to pay attention to their tone (语气) and body language. 【小题2】, it could indicate that they’re not very comfortable with what you’re asking of them.

【小题3】. Every individual needs to set boundaries based on their own preferences and abilities. It’s important to respect others’ boundaries and avoid finding fault with them even if they seem silly to you or are different from what you consider acceptable.

Deal with your emotional reactions. When someone sets a boundary in their relationship with you, you may find yourself feeling let down, which can cause you to feel hurt, angry, shocked or embarrassed. 【小题4】. Dealing with your emotional reactions can help you either accept the boundary or look elsewhere to fulfill your needs.

Try to understand the reason behind the boundary. When you disagree with someone’s boundaries, exploring the reason why they’re setting them can help you understand their opinion better. If the boundary seems too rigid (僵硬的), you can offer your opinion. 【小题5】.

Easy ways to improve your work productivity

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Take breaks outside

Getting outside to stretch your legs can boost your mood and help you to disconnect from your work for a bit. 【小题2】. So taking a walk when you take your break will mean that you return to your desk feeling more positive and focused, ready to tackle whatever task is next.

Set a good morning routine

A good morning routine can make a world of difference to your day. Set your alarm a little earlier and use the time you have to create a morning routine that refreshes and energizes you. 【小题3】. Take time to read a journal, pick out an outfit that makes you feel confident, and do whatever you need to put yourself in the right headspace to have a good day.

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Just as important as setting out boundaries when it comes to your work, set out boundaries when it comes to your personal and social life. Make quality time for yourself and the people you love by setting boundaries regarding your work and giving time and space to the other areas of your life.

Get enough sleep

【小题5】. After a good night's sleep our brain will feel energized and sharp, whereas a rough night's sleep can leave us feeling slow and unmotivated. Make sure you're setting yourself up for success by regularly getting a good night's sleep.

How to Build a Student’s Self-Confidence

Educating students means more than giving them academic knowledge. Simply knowing a correct response doesn’t give a student the confidence to raise his hand to answer a question. Students perform best in constructive learning environments.【小题1】

Provide leadership opportunities for students. Cultivate (培养) important characteristics, including responsibility and independence by assigning students to take different classroom roles. Suitable jobs include hall monitors, audio-visual assistants and classroom helpers. 【小题2】

Set achievable goals for each student. 【小题3】Engage in ongoing dialogue regarding your expectations and their individual progress. Reward students for meeting challenges, while persuading struggling students back on track.

Give constructive feedback to help reduce weaknesses and strengthen strengths. Teach students that self-confidence isn’t built from being harmed by praise. Remain honest with each student to encourage them to speak out their problems, instead of avoiding or denying their existence. Make corrections without damaging your students’ confidence.

Encourage students to set high standards for themselves. 【小题4】Reinforce(强化) this message with age-appropriate examples and literature. Provide consistent encouragement to students to show your commitment to their success.

【小题5】Realize that conquering difficult tasks builds mental toughness and fosters persistence. Relay this message to your students by asking each one to write a goal that focuses on improving a weak area. Help your students develop relevant attack plans.