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As I grew older, my dreams of playing basketball in college and maybe even the NBA4 due to a series of injuries. Joining the Army to fund my education would have been a workable5, but for a semi-truck accident, which6 me to quit that dream as well. Despite these hardships, I remained7 and kept working hard.

As I reflect on my journey, I must8 that moments of doubt once held me back. The pain and damage to my body were unbearable, and I was9 of what the future held. At my10 point, I weighed over 300 pounds and formed a terrible lifestyle. It wasn't until I hit rock bottom that I realized the crucial role that11 played in overcoming adversity.

Unexpectedly, these12 led me to a career in sales and business where I learnt to hold firm, to13 rejection, and to keep pushing forward, which14 the way for starting my own advisory firm. It's been a challenging journey, but I have transformed my struggles into15, persevered through the tough times and come out stronger on the other side.

We've all been there. Say you accidentally burn your toast before leaving for work. According to burnt toast theory, this single, tiny inconvenience is enough to have a domino effect (多米诺效应). Your morning is then pushed back by what, maybe three to five minutes? Perhaps that is enough time to leave the house a little bit later than usual, and to avoid getting in a car accident. Or it might mean you end up getting a later train, and avoid bumping into someone who you'd really rather avoid.

In other words, the burnt toast theory is a reminder to shift your thinking pattern. When we choose to view the world in a more positive light, we can help to reduce feelings of anxiety, and release our fear of being out of control of the world around us. It prevents us from thinking over something that isn't really all that bad in the grand perspective of things and encourages us to make meaning of challenges we may experience, thus making us more adaptive to the future setbacks. The next time you feel yourself becoming annoyed or frustrated by an inconvenience in your life, try reshaping your thoughts by telling yourself why you're grateful for the inconvenience.

While maintaining a positive mindset can go a long way, burnt toast theory is not without its drawbacks. Be mindful that only allowing yourself to focus on positive thoughts can mean that you are denying yourself the chance to properly engage with challenging or difficult emotions, instead focusing on creating a false positive profile.

"I would ask him something like 35 minus 13 and he couldn't do it." said Dhruv's mom Dr. Mantri. "I decided to change the way he looked at numbers," she said. "An abacus is a tried and tested method, and the Egyptians used them for building the pyramid." In just six days he started to show progress with the abacus and would go on to become a whizz kid with numbers, with even his classmates' parents reaching out for help.

She never thought she would teach her son using an abacus, which she used as a child in India and it was always helpful. Within six days she started to notice a difference and see results. So dramatic was the turnaround, that school staff asked him to perform with the abacus at an assembly, where some parents even came to ask for advice on using it for their kids.

IT specialist Dr. Mantri said the humble abacus can be used for calculations into the trillions and kids enjoy learning on it because it's like a game. "It becomes a playing tool for younger children, for it feels like a game. I think the success comes because children can touch and feel an abacus and visualize them." She added.

By the age of 12, Dhruv was giving online cyber security seminars and is now pursuing a career in data science and analytics. Dhruv has now landed an apprenticeship (实习) at an international firm. During the four-year apprenticeship, he will spend one day a week studying Data Science and Artificial Intelligence at Glasgow Caledonian University. "He is so confident now and I am so proud," she said, with Dhruv adding "I don't think my teachers would have guessed that I would be following a career in data science at that time."

Big Butterfly Count

Scheduled between 18 July and 10 August in 2025, involvement in this project run by Butterfly Conservation is more important than ever, as the 2024 results indicate a significant drop of these beautiful biodiversity indicators. Participants are asked to spend 15 minutes everyday recording butterflies they see, either via their website tracker or app. Head to bigbutterflycount.butterfly-conservation.org to join in.

The Great UK WaterBlitz

This twice-a-year campaign from the FreshWater Wash aims to assess water quality across the UK. The next one runs from 25-28 April 2025, and asks volunteers to record the water quality in local freshwater sources. To help in the upcoming campaign, simply register your interest at earthwatch.org.uk/greatukwaterblitz to receive more information, along with your own water testing kit.

The Big Garden Birdwatch

Organised by RSPB, the world's largest garden wildlife survey runs in January each year, and asks volunteers to sign up to simply watch their gardens for an hour each day, recording the birds they see. In 2024, more than 600,000 people participated in the UK, and recorded an incredible 9.7 million birds. Visit rspb.org.uk for more details.

Nature's Calendar

This initiative by the Woodland Trust looks to track seasonal shifts and patterns, to see how climate change is affecting our ecosystems. The easy, three-step process requires you to pick a species and behaviour, decide the area you're recording, and make a note on the online system of the dates of these actions. Get involved by visiting the woodlandtrust.org.uk.

When I was just a 6-year-old kid, my mother would frequently take me to our local community centre to play with my friends of similar age.

At that time, my mother was a preschool teacher and also one of the volunteers for children's services in the community. She not only loved me, but also loved every child in our community. She always believed that loneliness does not belong to children, and playing together can develop a healthy state in children. Therefore, she always tried her best to bring me along to participate in these various fun activities for children.

We children chased on the lawn (草坪), played hide-and-seek games, and played various animal games. We burst into excited shouts. Our joyful laughter was everywhere, and every time we didn't want to be separated, we looked forward to the next time like this coming again quickly. Looking back now, this is the most unforgettable period of my childhood.

One sunny afternoon, when we were playing outside, one of my friends brought a visiting relative, who clung to (紧紧抓住) his cousin like a shadow, eyes wide with nervousness. The unfamiliar boy immediately caught our attention, and we gathered around to observe him, teasing (逗弄) him to speak. That boy was very shy, with his head down and a red face.

He had a speech impediment (障碍) and couldn't get his mouth to cooperate. He couldn't even say the name of the town where he lived. I had never seen someone stutter (结巴) like that. I thought he must have been joking, so I laughed. My friend shot me a concerned glance, but my giggles (咯咯笑) continued. Out of the corner of my eye, I saw my mother looking at me with an expression that I'd never seen before. It was a mix of horror, anger, and shame, all focused on me, which stopped my laughing instantly.

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She waved me over with seriousness that left no room for hesitation.

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With trembling (颤抖的) steps, I approached the boy and gave him an awkward hug.

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1. 表示支持;

2. 乐意分享经验。

参考词汇：琵琶 pipa

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Dear Beth,

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Yours,

Li Hua

Even as temperatures kept dropping in China's northeastern "ice city" of Harbin, excitement rose among a group of swimmers who enjoy jumping into (freeze) waters.

The daily event, known as ice swimming, is winter tradition in Harbin. Swimmers train daily throughout the year (get) their bodies ready for the unusual swim.

One of the swimmers was Chen Xia. She came from Zhejiang province about 1,700 kilometres further south. She decided to jump into the river even though she had a cold. Chen said in the city she lives, the winter waters are warmer than those in Harbin. She said the experience strengthened her (confident) in winter swimming. She has been taking part in the activity for about 20 years.

Yu Xiaofeng lives in Harbin, a city that (sit) near the border with Russia. The 61-year-old said winter swimming in the city dates back the 1970s. At that time, locals saw Russian Orthodox religious (宗教的) believers being baptized (给……施洗礼) in the river. Later in 1983, an official winter swimming group (establish) in Harbin.

The city also holds an ongoing winter celebration known for (it) huge, detailed ice and snow sculptures. Winter swimming is considered a sport in China. But it gained popularity much (fast) in Harbin than in other parts of the country. Today, Yu said the city is considered a "holy land" for winter swimming.

Mirady Acosta , a 63-year-old architect who represents the Hospital for Soft Toys, said the3 came from a teacher named Lilian Gluck. In 2017, she did not want to throw her children's toys out or let them4. She decided to wash them,5 them up and donate them to children staying in the University Hospital of Caracas.

The effort was6. So, a few months later, she opened the Hospital for Soft Toys at her home. It is a nonprofit foundation that also7 and repairs other toys. The foundation receives donations from other countries that can8 school supplies, shoes, food and candy.

The toys are9 to hospitals and schools in poor areas, but also to homes for older people-anyone who needs a little bit of10.

Each11 doll comes with a message12 its new owner to recycle it when they no longer want it.

"Hello, I am your new friend," it says. "I am a doll with13 because I played with another girl. Love me and take14 of me and I will do the same with you. When you grow up, give me to another girl who will love me and15 with me like you."

Lower caffeine, fewer side effects

Tea has less caffeine than coffee.. A cup of tea usually has 20 to 60 milligrams of caffeine, while coffee has 80 to 100 milligrams. If you're sensitive to caffeine, tea is a better choice. Plus, herbal teas like chamomile have no caffeine and can help you relax.

A powerhouse of antioxidants(抗氧化剂)

Tea is packed with antioxidants.. They can help protect your body from diseases like heart problems and cancer. Green tea has a lot of a special antioxidant called EGCG, which is great for your cells and can even help you age more slowly. Black tea has other good chemicals that help keep your heart healthy.

Tea has something special called L-theanine. This is an amino acid(氨基酸)that can make you feel calm and focused. It's different from coffee because it doesn't make you feel nervous. L-theanine can help reduce anxiety and make you feel good. It's also good for your brain. It can help you think better, feel less stressed, and even sleep better.

Good for your body

Drinking tea can be a great way to get healthy chemicals into your body. Just like eating fruits and vegetables, drinking tea can give you the good stuff your body needs.

Switching from coffee to tea can be a simple way to improve your health and feel better every day. Give tea a try and see how it makes you feel.

A. Help you stay calm

B. Good for your physical health

C. Both are good for you, but tea might be even better

D. These are special plant chemicals that are good for your health

E. Whichever you like better, keep in mind that too much will be harmful

F. This means it won't make you too excited or keep you awake at night

G. If you don't like eating vegetables, tea can be a good way to get those healthy chemicals

Different types of aircraft operate under various air traffic regulations. Commercial jets typically fly at higher altitudes due to their size and engine capabilities, which allows them to avoid turbulence (湍流) and optimize fuel efficiency. In contrast, smaller private planes usually fly at altitudes below 25,000 feet. This altitude difference is partly due to the limited capabilities of smaller aircraft and the need to maintain safe distances from commercial traffic.

The positive aspect of these regulations is that they enhance safety in the skies. For example, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) ensures that aircraft maintain vertical (垂直的) separation from each other at flying altitudes. This reduces the risk of mid-air collisions (碰撞). Additionally, operating at higher altitudes allows planes to avoid weather disturbances, such as thunderstorms and turbulence, further improving passenger comfort and safety.

On the negative side, altitude restrictions can limit the operational flexibility of some aircraft. Smaller planes may be restricted by regulatory limits, which can hinder (阻碍) their flight paths and efficiency. According to a study by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) in 2019, lower operating altitudes can increase exposure to obstacles such as buildings and terrain, raising safety concerns for private pilots.

To optimize flight safety and efficiency, pilots should adhere to regulatory altitude limits based on their aircraft type. They should also consider factors such as weather conditions and airspace restrictions. For private pilots, flying in controlled airspace may require altitude adjustments to ensure obedience. It is essential for all pilots to stay informed about regulations from agencies like the FAA to make safe and informed flight decisions.

People with ADHD often struggle with focusing, organizing, and controlling their actions. AI tools can help them do tasks faster. But experts say these tools should not replace traditional treatments for ADHD, like learning organizational skills or taking medicine. John Mitchell, a professor at Duke University, says AI should be used as "one tool in a toolbox" He compares it to a life preserver in water; it helps you stay afloat but doesn't teach you how to swim.

Becky also uses ChatGPT for shopping and meal planning, which are tasks that can be hard for people with ADHD. She shares her methods on TikTok to help others.

Bram de Buyser, a software engineer, created Goblin tools, which helps with making to-do lists. He says he's not trying to cure ADHD but to help for a few minutes each day.

However, there are concerns about using AI. Russell Fulmer, a professor at Husson University, says the research on AI and ADHD is not clear yet. He worries that AI might not work well for everyone.

Valese Jones, who has ADHD, uses AI bots (机器人程序) for emails and proofreading. But she says the responses don't always show her true self or her culture.

Using AI chatbots has its benefits, like never being tired or needing sleep. But there are also privacy issues. When you use these bots, you give a lot of personal information to big companies.

In summary, AI tools can help people with ADHD manage tasks better, but they should be used carefully and not replace traditional treatments.

In 2020, Khalil's team saved Kaavan, an Asian elephant, from years of loneliness at a zoo in Pakistan. They flew him to Cambodia, where he could live a happier life at an elephant reserve. The relocation project was a great success.

After that, there was Charley, an African elephant in South Africa. Charley had been living in Pretoria Zoo for more than 20 years. Since his partner passed away in 2020, he was extremely unhappy. Elephants are very sensitive animals. Zoo officials hoped that he could spend his remaining years in a better place. His new home was going to be a private game reserve 200 kilometres away.

Charley was captured (捕获) in Zimbabwe in the 1980s. He spent 16 years in a circus and then 23 years at the zoo. It is estimated that he is 42 years old and has been in captivity for 40 years.

As an animal rescue specialist, Khalil was selected for this task. Two other doctors, who had participated in Kaavan's relocation, also joined in. They met Charley two years ago to assess whether he was ready for relocation and to earn his trust.

They trained Charley to enter a transport container by using his favourite foods such as pumpkins. To everyone's surprise, he was ready in less than two weeks.

In late August, Charley was moved to the Shambala reserve. At first, he will be kept in a separate area to adapt to the new environment. It is quite rare for captive elephants to be returned to the wild. Khalil praised the zoo and the government. At Shambala, Charley will be free and might recall his early life. He has already started communicating with other elephants.

Teach for America

In the US, there are 16 million children lıvıng in poverty. Only half of children living in poverty will graduate from high school, and only one in 10 will graduate from college. Teach for America tries to decrease these numbers by enlisting, developing and mobilizing as many teachers around the country to provide quality educations.

Educators 4 Excellence

It is a group of teachers who are passionate about the success of their students. Teachers in this organization are actively involved in policy-making and decisions that will affect their students and the profession, ultimately providing the best education they can for students.

Malala Fund

The Malala Fund, co-founded by Malala and Ziauddin Yousafzai, works to enable girls around the world to receive a quality education to achieve their potential and become positive change-makers in their communities. The Malala Fund is making the futures of young girls brighter by investing in them and providing resources for improved education.

CARE

CARE places emphasis on girls' education by helping young girls overcome barriers, such as child marriage, affording uniforms, workloads, and gender inequality. Working in countries around the world, their mission is to improve access to education for girls, and all youth, everywhere.

I pulled my exhausted (精疲力竭的) body off the bed and headed out the door. Put one foot in front of the other. That is all you have to do, I told myself. I was determined (决定) to make myself walk every hour for five minutes, regardless of how terrible I felt — it would help me feel better.

My husband and I had been told by my doctor, Tiffany, that my coping strategies needed to change to effectively manage my fatigue (极度劳累). Walking was a key part of my hoped-for change. Cancer had taken so much from me, and it was time to start working my way back. With that goal in mind, I set out into my yard and began walking.

At our second meeting, Tiffany helped us set long-term goals. One of my goals was a day at a theme park, walking instead of using a wheelchair. After our meeting, I carried on with my step challenge. As the weeks progressed, I began meeting other program goals, but I still had the theme park to conquer. It frightened me to risk a whole day on my feet.

The day finally came, and we went to SeaWorld. As we walked into the park, the sun was shining. Over the speakers, Rachel Platten's "Fight Song" played. "This is my fight song, take back my life song ..." she sang. Tears glistened (闪光) on my face, and my husband looked at me with concern. Our teenage daughter saw the worry in his eyes and looked at me. When we shared a knowing smile, my daughter said, "Don't worry, Dad. That's Mom's song."

In the early days of this cancer journey, she had left something at home after leaving for school and had found me balled up in bed, crying from the pain, with "Fight Song" on repeat. I told her it was my "fight song" and I would be fine finally. She gave me a hug before returning to her father's waiting truck. Clearly, she hadn't told him about that.

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I walked from show to show that day.

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My body cooperated (配合) on some days and let me down on others, but I kept walking.

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1. 活动过程；

2. 你的感受。

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参考词汇：成人仪式the coming-of-age ceremony   

Dear David,

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Yours,

Li Hua

The 20th China International Cartoon and Animation Festival kicks off on Wednesday in   Hangzhou, Zhejiang province. This year's festival (feature) events aimed at promoting and showing the best of Chinese animation. Over 2,100 enterprises and organizations from 50 countries and regions are participating in the festival.

The main exhibition area is a good place for animation enthusiasts, showcasing wide range of popular domestic and international IP displays, live performances, interactive experiences, and product sales. A key highlight this year is the introduction of a digital entertainment zone, quickly became a hot spot on the opening day.

Visitors can immerse (they) in advanced animation experiences (drive) by AI and digital technologies. The holographic (全息图的) cabin animation photo studio allows guests to interact with animated avatars (虚拟化身) that (accurate) mirror their movements, while the AI Image Recognition and Cloud Computing Art Studio shows a robotic arm creating sketches based on uploaded photos within minutes, (offer) a glimpse into the future of technology in animation and gaming.

Since its launch in 2005, the festival has grown to be an (influence) gathering for animation lovers and has significantly contributed to the (grow) of Hangzhou's animation industry. The city's animation and gaming sector now boasts 274 companies employing over 12,000 individuals, marking a remarkable transformation from obscurity (默默无闻) excellence in the industry.

"I was upstairs about to take a shower when I1 something went wrong. I started pounding on the floor," Keith recalled. "By the time my wife reached me, I could2 breathe. Then everything went black, and when I woke up, I found myself lying in the3."

Keith's wife, Rachel Young, who has been by his side for 41 years, was4 as she watched her husband5. She immediately called 911,6 the worst. But this time, a7 in emergency response technology changed everything.

Rachel received a text8 from the dispatcher (调度员), Randy Ruston of SAFD communications, with a link to a live video chat. When she opened it, Randy could see Keith's9 in real-time.

"It enables us to10 their microphone and camera," Randy explained. "We can11 factors like their heart rate, breathing, and even their skin tone — all critical for determining how12 the situation is."

Randy then guided Rachel through CPR, step by step, while waiting for the13 of doctors. Thanks to the innovative technology and Rachel's swift action, Keith was rushed to the hospital in critical condition but14 the ordeal(磨难).

Now, Keith is back home, fully recovering, and feeling grateful. Rachel calls it "a(n)15".

You don't have to climb a mountain or go on safari. Any adventure where you stretch yourself and learn something new counts. For some, it may be jumping out of a plane. Ready for your adventure? Here's some advice.

Pick a manageable activity you can do soon — this weekend! — close to home. This will break your inertia (惰性), build your confidence and help you ramp up to bigger adventures.

Shift how you view anxiety.

Research shows that people who interpreted their nervousness about activities such as karaoke singing and public speaking as excitement enjoyed the experiences more and performed better than those who tried to press down their anxiety.

says Samantha Boardman, a New York psychiatrist: Turning Stress into Strength. Try talking to yourself out loud, saying "I am excited" or "Let's get excited."

Use your imagination.

Envision the worst-case scenario. Say you want to go on a hike but are worried you'll become lost, hurt or too exhausted to get home. Try to picture this. Next, visualize the best-case scenario: the beautiful view, the fun you'll have, your sense of accomplishment afterward.

Ask yourself what will probably happen. Are you more likely to feel happy after your hike, or to be carried off the mountain in a sedan chair (轿子) ? says Boardman.

Make full use of regret.

It can be very motivating. Think about whether you'll feel disappointed if you miss out on this interesting, expansive experience or glad you stayed home.

We tend to regret actions we don't take rather than ones we do.

A. Start small.

B. Be confident.

C. For some, it may be climbing Mount Qomolangma.

D. So the fear of missing out can help you.

E. This exercise helps put fear in perspective.

F. For others, trying a different workout may do the trick.

G. This changed their threat mindset into an opportunity mindset.

"Each year I realize the impact I'm making on students," said Leslie Oroyemi, who is beginning her third year as an Experience UGA ambassador. "I love reaching younger populations and engaging with them. It's nice to see them grow and discover different interests."

This was the first year that Oroyemi has been an ambassador for second grade trips, and she said it has become her favorite. Her favorite part of the day is teaching second graders how easily germs (病菌) spread through a game of tag (捉人游戏) — those with "germs" have chalk on their hands and go around trying to touch and "infect" others. The kids then learn how important hand washing is to prevent the spread of germs.

Camille Holcomb is beginning her second year as an ambassador. She said working with different ages means connecting with them differently. The second graders are excited about everything, while the seventh graders are more reserved (保守的). Holcomb learned that connecting with the older students works best in between the activities — being personable and asking questions while walking around campus. Holcomb also learned that some friendly competition helps engage the more reserved students.

"Each ambassador is very fervent about giving back to the community and holds a special skill that contributes to creating a wonderful experience for students during each grade level trip," said Aiyana Egins, coordinator of Experience UGA. "I look forward to seeing the impact they will have on students this year."

The median income (中位收入) recorded in the United States of America was about $63,000 in 2018. TikTokers can make anywhere from $50,000 to $150,000 for a TikTok brand partnership, and TikTokers with over a million followers can make up to $30,000 a month — $360,000 a year. They are making more than the average person trying to feed their family and keep a roof over their heads, simply by posting a 15-second video. 

This is mad in more ways than one. Not only is it an overpaid "job", it promotes undeserved admiration from viewers and a false sense of reality. Many of these famous TikTokers are still teens, and the effects of fame at such an early stage in life might cause issues later in life, such as mental illness. Teens between the ages of 13 and 17 make up 27% of TikTok viewers, who can be easily influenced by what they are watching. They can put a false sense of self-value into who they look up to and what they represent: money, fame, being considered conventionally attractive.

While TikTok has become a great tool for marketing, it's important to understand how this content affects young viewers. If we're constantly consuming content that shows us all we need to do to be successful is be conventionally attractive and post a 15-second video featuring a new dance, it will challenge our knowledge of what really makes someone successful and will in turn affect our individual work ethics (伦理). What about the people who miss birthday and family holidays due to their jobs and aren't getting paid nearly as much as these TikTokers? 

Richard Colyer, president and creator of Metaphor, Inc, had his own view on this issue. "It sounds great to make money for doing the latest dance moves in a 15-second video, but we should feed the minds of kids and not just their bank accounts. TikTok can be great if used properly. Money alone is not good, technology alone is not good and connectedness can be bad if it's only online."

Again, as a fellow consumer of TikTok, I do enjoy the app when I have some time to kill and need a good laugh. I' m not against someone making a living on entertainment, but what does getting famous of a 15-second video teach young people?