What would you do if you got lost on a mountain? Could you survive a deadly natural disaster? 【小题1】 However, developing survival skills can help you be prepared for whatever happens.

People who believe they have control over what happens to them are more likely to believe in themselves and take action. 【小题2】 When he was 17 years old, he broke his neck in a diving accident. As a result, he couldn't move most of his body, and he had to hold a stick between his teeth to type. 【小题3】 Long, however, said that his life remained full of meaning and purpose. He said, "I broke my neck, but it didn't break me."

First, don't wait for a terrible situation. Second, start to develop this positive attitude today. 【小题4】

Four young people headed into the middle of the Amazon rain forest. They thought they were on an amazing adventure, but then things started to go wrong. One of the adventurers, Yoss Ghinsberg, ended up alone and lost in the Bolivian forest for three weeks. During that time, he repeated the phrase "man of action" to motivate (激发) himself. 【小题5】 "A man of action does whatever he must, isn't afraid, and doesn't worry."

I’m a. . . digital native

The online world is a big part of my life. I’m a “digital native” — I’ve been using the computer since I was a kid.

I do a wide range of things online. Besides doing all my schoolwork, I chat with my friends, watch films and read the daily news and other interesting articles. I also shop for various things online, such as books, computer hardware, and other necessities. It’s so convenient to be able to compare the quality and prices from different online shops before I buy. I also play computer games from time to time and I even play tennis on my television screen in my living room!

My parents are worried that I may become an “Internet addict”. They think I’m playing computer games all the time, and that I chat too much with online friends. According to them, there is a danger that I may not be able to tell whether these friends are real friends. My mum keeps telling me to go out with my school friends instead. Maybe she’s right. It’s important to meet friends in person from time to time, not just on social media. Actually, I do know I need to drag myself away from the online world sometimes, especially because the real life can be just as interesting.

The Surprising Benefits of Routines

It is commonly believed that the word — routine is closely related to words such as boring and ordinary, especially during the time when the pandemic has interrupted our daily life. 【小题1】 Now that home quarantine has become normal, reflecting on routines and their values has been useful when moving toward a — new normal.

Routines support cognitive function.

Having a daily routine and regular habits supports cognitive function and may even free people up to be more creative. Think of typical morning routines that existed before the pandemic: helping family members get on their way, taking a usual route to work, grabbing a warm beverage along the way, saying hello to coworkers, flipping on a computer or opening a calendar. 【小题2】

Routines boost health.

Regular routines can also help people feel like they have control over their daily lives and that they can take positive steps in managing their health. 【小题3】 This is especially relevant now since research shows that people who reduced their activity levels during the pandemic could experience long-lasting health effects. Some ways that routines can support health include regular meal preparation and getting enough sleep.

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Regular routines can also go beyond the daily tasks and add some extra interest to life. Evidence indicates that an activity such as walking can offer chances to enjoy nature, explore new places and socialize. Activities such as sports, games, fine arts and music can be enjoyable. Regular participation in meaningful and engaging activities can also contribute positively to mental health.

【小题5】 The pandemic has changed everyone’s lives, but people now have an opportunity to consider the routines they want to keep and the meaningful things they need in their daily lives to stay productive, healthy and happy.