Reading and Optional Choices 阅读七选五

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Having a weekly routine （常规） is important. It allows you to know what you need to do in a week. So， how do you plan out your week？

Figure out the big things.

Take some time each Sunday to think about what has to happen the following week. Most weeks will have the same basic building blocks—the “big things” that never change. 1 But for me they include putting in a full workday， ensuring each child practices their instrument， getting at least 8 hours of sleep， cooking a good meal each night， and working out 4—5 times.

Think about the small things.

2 Medical appointments， coffee dates with friends， children’s birthday parties or play dates. I have rules for these sorts of events： they must be scheduled for evenings or weekends 3 Otherwise， they may affect the quality of my work.

Set your goals.

If there are specific things you need or would like to accomplish （完成） in a given week， list them and plan for them. 4 Executive coach Rafael Sarandeses recommends setting five weekly goals and three daily ones. That’s a generous number which is sure to keep your momentum （动力） going.

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I’m a firm believer in morning hours setting the tone for the rest of the day. I think it’s important to get up at the same time every day. It doesn’t have to be early， but it should be consistent.

A. Have a morning routine.

B. Everyone’s big things will look different.

C. Planning is a habit that must be developed.

D. I try not to let them take up my work hours.

E. Have a try and see what difference it will make.

F. These could be personal goals or professional goals.

G. Next come the small things that change week by week.

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2

High school is an important period of your life， so you need to learn to spend your high school time wisely. Here are some ideas that can lend you a hand.

Studies come first. Make sure that you understand everything your teachers teach. 1 Take notes if you think your teacher is teaching something important. Also， have a plan for what you’re going to study. It is best if you could deal with every subject every day.

2 Don’t delay （推迟） today’s homework until tomorrow. If you happen to be sick， call or e-mail a friend to see if they can come and give you the homework. Being sick isn’t an excuse for not doing homework unless you’re very sick.

Develop good relationships. High school is also a time for you to enjoy with your friends 3 Choose to get along with those who like you for who you are. What’s more， you should try to make friends with teachers.

Develop self-discipline. Behave yourself at school. 4 While your teacher is teaching， keep quiet unless he or she is asking for answers. If your friends want to talk to you in class， ask them to wait until later.

Be active！ Take an active part in after-class activities. 5 Join school clubs which will help you develop them.

A. Finish your homework on time.

B. Find hobbies that you’re good at.

C. Always be on time for every class.

D. Set down your homework carefully.

E. You’ll make more friends if you try this.

F. Ask for help if you don’t understand something.

G. Smile at people to make them see you are nice and happy.

1._____________________________2._____________________________3._____________________________4._____________________________5.

3

Trying to stay positive， both in good times and bad， is a great way to improve your quality of life. Try these four methods on a daily basis.

Don’t think a lot about negativity.

Letting things get to you is normal， and it’s actually healthy to cry or express frustrations once in a while. It’s when those negative moments control your life that your emotional balance is at risk 1 However， don’t give that sadness another second in your day.

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What you put into your body directly affects how you feel on the outside. Fill yourself with good， healthy food like fruit and vegetables and limit snacking. Exercise is equally of great importance. Take a few days out of your week for at least a half an hour of activity， and try to stick to a routine. 3

Be kind to others.

4 Making someone’s day a bit brighter not only puts a smile on his or her face， but also yours as well. Remember to smile and treat each person with pity and respect. Good deeds are contagious （有感染力的）， and your positive attitude may spread among others.

Take it one day at a time.

Being positive isn’t an instant thing. It’s a steady effort that we follow every hour of every day. 5 Instead， focus on living in the moment and doing what you can to make each moment better.

A. Eat healthy food and stay fit.

B. Take your lunch breaks outside.

C. Don’t worry about what the future may bring.