If you have to describe (描述) yourself to someone else, what will you say? It can be difficult to see yourself from the outside, but knowing who you are, or being self-aware, can help you understand feelings and make friendships closer.

Self-awareness means having a good understanding of our own character. If you’re self-aware, you may know that you love playing an instrument because you do well in it, and music makes you happy, or that you like watching TV better on your own because it helps you relax.

Knowing what you like and dislike, what you are good or bad at allows you to make better decisions about friendships, schoolwork and build confidence. The WHO (World Health Organization) says self-awareness is one of ten important life skills that help young people live healthier and happier lives. Being self-aware doesn’t mean only thinking of yourself. By understanding your own feelings, you will better understand other people too.

How do you learn to be self-aware? It is a good way to ask questions. Ask yourself questions that start with “What” instead of “Why”. For example, if you don’t understand why you keep arguing with a friend, ask yourself what you disagree on instead of why you’re arguing.

Learning to be more self-aware is a skill. You learn it as you grow. So be bold and try out new things, like playing a new sport or listening to different kinds of music. Don’t be afraid to dislike something—discovering what you don’t like is a key part of learning more about yourself.

【小题1】Which of the following statements shows you are self-aware?

A．Knowing your personality well.

B．Knowing you prefer watching TV.

C．Knowing how to play an instrument.

D．Knowing how to make friendships closer.

【小题2】Why does WHO believe self-awareness an important skill?

A．It helps to make better decisions.

B．It helps the young build confidence.

C．It stops you only thinking of yourself.

D．It helps improve young people’s lives.

【小题3】What is the 4th paragraph mainly about?

A．The way of being self-aware.	B．The reason of being self-aware.
C．The result of being self-aware.	D．The problem of being self-aware.

【小题4】Where can we probably read the passage?

A．In an advertisement.	B．In a health magazine
C．In a history book.	D．In a news report.