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When foreigners come to China, they may be surprised at Chinese's special fondness and (prefer) for seals (印章). To Chinese, seals are an art of deep cultural roots, combines the essence (精华) of both calligraphy and sculpture and inspires generations to study to appreciate and to collect.

It is believed that seals came out as early as 8000 years ago after our ancestors could make pottery wares had private belongings. They tried to make marks on (they) own belongings to prevent them from (steal). When the first dynasty (found), the king began to use seals to power and to show royal credits. Only the king's special seal was then called "Xi", (represent) the highest authority. The first emperor of China, Qin Shi Huang, had his "Xi" (make) out of the invaluable and beautiful jade "Heshi Bi".

 (similar), the local governments also needed to use seals as a powerful symbol. Meanwhile, private seals were carved in  variety of lucky characters and vivid animal patterns. Gradually, the sphragistics (印章学) came into being.

Yesterday morning, our area was hit by a strong storm. 1 , there were no injuries or lives lost. In the afternoon, I received a text message from a resident abroad, saying that she was 2  for her mom, Alice, who received 3  through a nebulizer (雾化器) and was on oxygen. Alice lived in her house in the countryside. She had been ill but had no 4  to start the nebulizer since the storm. 

I offered to 5 the electric power company, but no one could help me. Alice had to use her car's power to 6 her nebulizer. However, it 7 to start. Night was closing in and I finally posted Alice's 8 online. Immediately, a young woman named Danielle telephoned me and said she had a generator (发电机). So I gave her Alice's 9 and phone number. Then Danielle 10 her generator. She also gassed up the generator and made sure it ran normally before she 11 . Finally, at 8:00 p.m. , Danielle located the house and drove it there.

The next morning Alice's daughter texted to thank me. She said her mom had slept well all through the 12 . I smiled and breathed a sigh (叹息) of 13 . In fact, as a radio announcer in our area, a lot of people 14 to me. So I try to help others in return. I usually act as a middleman as I was in this case, putting Alice in touch with Danielle who is 15 about anything that needs her helping hand.

There are so many ways to explore in regard to finding new happiness. Below you'll find some tips to help you find your idea of happiness.

Find a new hobby. When it comes to hobbies, the possibilities are endless. You can be as adventurous, creative, or outgoing as you want. You can try out a new hobby alone or with friends. Hobbies can help reduce stress and put our focus on what is fun and different. 

Put yourself first. A lot of people forget to take care of themselves because of a busy work schedule, marriage, kids and family. But remember when you put yourself first, your happiness will shine through for sure.This way, you can not only be your best self but also possibly take better care of people around you.

Exercise. Not everyone is a fan of exercise, but it does have so many benefits. All it takes is 30 minutes of movement to gain those "feel-good chemicals" to better your mood (心情) and health.

Eat a balanced diet. There is a relationship between food and mood.A healthy balanced diet will make you stronger and happier. If you eat poorly, your organs (器官) will react negatively. As a result, you suffer from illnesses or have mood swings — you anger easily and find it hard to concentrate.

Having a good support system is known to help improve our well-being. Unfortunately, not everyone means well. So it's important to be aware of that and make it your priority only to allow people beneficial to your mental health in your life.

A. Choose your social circles wisely.

B. Know that people are always there for you.

C. You are doing your body a service by working out.

D. Happiness is based on how much you can do for others.

E. The key is to find something that will do just that for you.

F. What you put in your body determines how your body responds.

G. Taking time out for yourself daily improves your emotion and performance.