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四川省成都市外国语学校2019届高三上学期英语开学考试试卷
Recently, I've been following a simple rule that is helping me crush procrastination(拖延症) and making it easier for me to stick to good habits at the same time. There are two parts to the 2-Minute Rule.
Part 1—If it takes less than two minutes, then do it now.
For example, washing your dishes immediately after your meal, tossing the laundry in the washing machine, taking out the garbage, sending that email, and so on.
If a task takes less than two minutes to complete, then follow the rule and do it right now.
Part 2—When you start a new habit, it should take less than two minutes to do.
Can all of your goals be accomplished in less than two minutes? Obviously not. But, every goal can be started in 2 minutes or less.
It might sound like this strategy is too basic for grand life goals, but I beg to differ. The 2-Minute Rule works for big goals as well as small goals because of the inertia(惯性)of life. I love the 2-Minute Rule because it embraces the idea that all sorts of good things happen once you get started.
The most important part of any new habit is getting started—not just the first time, but each time. It's not about performance, it's about consistently taking action.
I can't guarantee whether or not the 2-Minute Rule will work for you. Anyone can spare the next 120 seconds. Use this time to get one thing done. Go.
A. I call this little strategy the "2-Minute Rule".
B. And that's the purpose behind this little rule.
C. Here's what you need to know to stop procrastinating.
D. Once you start doing something, it's easier to continue doing it.
E. But, I can guarantee that it will never work if you never try it.
F. The goal is to make it easier for you to get started on the things you should be doing.
G. It's surprising how many things we put off that we could get done in two minutes or less.
Do you have any problem with time? Start doing these and you will see the difference.
●Write it down
Don't rely on your memory to keep track of every little detail. {#blank#}1{#/blank#} Write down the things you need to do in a small notebook, or use online tool to create and update your “to-do” list.
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Working for long periods without a break can waste your time. It is more efficient to work or study for a shorter period of time, take a break, and then go back to work. You may get more done in tow focused 45-minute sessions.
● One thing at a time
{#blank#}3{#/blank#} Do one thing at a time, and do it well. As the Chinese proverb says, “One cannot manage too many affairs. Like pumpkins in the water, one pops up while you try to hold down the other.”
● Schedule email time
On your cell phone you get a notification every time someone sends you an email. If so, you have to check your email many, many times a day. {#blank#}4{#/blank#} Schedule time to check your email. It doesn't matter when.
● Choose to say “No”.
It's easy to become overwhelmed if we say “yes” to everything. Think about the task before you commit to it. Do you need to do it? Can someone else do it? Avoid saying “yes” to every request. {#blank#}5{#/blank#}
● Keep a goal journal
Write down your goals in a journal and evaluate them regularly. Mark your progress for each goal. Be sure you take the necessary step to achieve your goals.
A. Make a list first B. Don't skip the breaks C. Turn that notification off D. Memory is not always accurate E. Don't forget to focus on your task F. This takes time away from more important tasks G. Every time we switch from one task to another, we lose focus |
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A. This is useless and is a waste of time. B. Admit the fact that unexpected events are part of life. C. However, there are some that are bad and unpleasant. D. Think before speaking when facing unexpected events. E. This will help you deal more easily with unexpected events. F. Sometimes what seems like a problem could be a good thing. G. It would be much more useful to think about the bad situation. |
Life is full of surprises and events that sometimes change one's daily routine. Some of them might be good and pleasant. {#blank#}1{#/blank#} For example, during an examination, you discover that you don't know the answers; one morning you are suddenly told that you get fired from your job. These unexpected events may cause anxiety and stress. So you need to find some ways to be less affected by them.
{#blank#}2{#/blank#} Even if you live the same kind of life, doing the same things day after day, there could be unexpected events. So you need to realize that such events can't be avoided and you need to be prepared for them. In this way, you'll find it easier to deal with whatever happens in your life.
Have a positive attitude. Not all unexpected events are bad. {#blank#}3{#/blank#} For example, even getting fired for work could finally turn out well, as you might find a more satisfying job.
Introduce small changes into your life. {#blank#}4{#/blank#} You can try eating a different breakfast or drink tea in the morning instead of coffee, or do things that you usually do, but in a different way.
Always focus on the present moment, learning from it and making use of new changes that come your way. In other words, make the most of the present moment, instead of thinking about what you lost, or how bad the situation is. {#blank#}5{#/blank#}
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