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山西省吕梁市孝义市2024年中考模拟考试英语试卷
We all know that being kind can help people in need, but do you know that kindness can also help yourself?
According to National Public Radio, the Big Joy Project began in 2021. It spreads the message that people can find happiness in difficult times and use it to do good.
The project was open to anyone. More than 70, 000 people from over 200 countries took part in it. All had to take an online survey answering questions about their feelings. Then, they needed to do a small thing every day, such as visiting an elderly neighbor or buying a cup of coffee for a stranger. Finally, they had to take the other survey to compare their feelings before and after.
The results were announced on November 11, 2023. "We are really excited. Aner the project, there are big changes, including greater happiness, less stress, better sleep, stronger problem-solving abilities, and greater satisfaction with relationships," said Emiliana Simon-Thomas, the leader of the Big Joy Project.
"Think of happiness as a skill that you can get through practice, instead of seeing it as something that happens to you. This may make sense, "added Emiliana.
Will the changes brought about by doing good last long or disappear soon? The question is not yet answerable. But one thing is certain—doing one good thing can lead to other good things. That's why small acts of kindness can go a long way.
Are you interested in traditional Chinese arts? Do you want to learn how to make them by hand? If so, come and join our clubs this weekend in our school.
Sky Lantern Club Introduction: Sky lanterns are made of bamboo and covered with paper. They were first used to ask for help when people were in trouble. Today, they are used to show happiness and good wishes. Time: 8:30 a. m. —10:30 a. m. , Saturday Place: Room 501, Building 3 | |
Paper Cutting Club Introduction: Paper cutting turns a simple thing like a piece of paper into a beautiful piece of art. Pictures about flowers, animals and so on are put on windows, doors and walls as symbols of good wishes and good luck. Time: 9:00 a. m. —11:00 a. m. , Saturday Place: Room 502, Building 3 | |
Chinese Knot Club Introduction: Chinese knots are usually made of red and yellow ropes. People use them to show good wishes, including happiness, love, peace and so on. Time: 2:30 p. m. —4:30 p. m. , Sunday Place: Room 603, Building 3 |
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