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2023-2024学年高一上学期期末考试英语试题分类汇编
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河北省张家口市2023-2024学年高一上学期期末英语试题
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Around the globe, about 1 in 4 adults says they’re lonely. And the effects of long-term social disconnection can be severe-everything from an increased risk of heart attacks to early death. But social isolation isn’t new or uncommon. And occasional loneliness isn’t disastrous. What matters is how people respond to these feelings when they surface. ____16____
Be curious.
It’s easier to connect with people if you have shared interests or experiences, so start paying attention to what’s on your mind. What are you thinking about? What motivates you? ____17____ Knowing yourself can be a first step to bond with others. If you know what’s meaningful or fun for you, it may lead you to an activity that connects you to people who share your interests.
Make something.
People often say, “I’m not Picasso and I don’t know how to do a fancy painting.” ____18____ The opportunities for creative expression are endless. Do a doodle or a dance move. Bring back your grandma’s pie recipe, plant a herb garden or try a textile art. Make a real object that then can express your thoughts and feelings to others.
Take a risk by having conversations.
____19____ It doesn’t have to be the biggest, darkest secret of your life, but just something you think other people might find interesting and striking, and see where it goes. Even if you’re nervous about being judged or ignored, putting yourself out there requires a bit of a risk, and it’s the first step to real connection. If you’ve made something, simply explaining what you’ve made may make it easier to open up about who you are.
Find people who share your interests
Whether it’s volunteering or playing games, try to find others who share your interests. Share your thoughts and feelings in creative ways with other people who have that interest. And, hopefully, in those interactions you can begin to reveal yo