John: Argh… Just look at this. What do you see?
Sue: I see a very messy desk. What do you see?
John: I see projects—projects that I have started but haven’t got finished.
Sue: You should think about finishing what you start.
John: Yeah, as the year draws to a close, that’s exactly what I’m thinking. How can I finish my projects?
Sue: Well, you need to define what it means for a project to be finished.
John: Well, maybe to submit a report to our boss; you know I can’t lose his faith. Maybe to create a design, to
have a product demonstration in trade shows, or maybe…
Sue: If you don’t know your goal, you’re not likely to reach it.
John: Ahh! I see what you mean.
Sue: You should also plan out the steps you will take.
John: Hmmm, maybe I can break a big task into smaller ones, and give myself a short-term deadline for each
step.
Sue: Then commit to it. When you finish, celebrate and enjoy your accomplishment!
John: Reward myself? I like that idea.
Sue: Yeah, but don’t forget to pause and reflect. Consider what you did well and what needs improvement.
John: Reflect on the past year?
Sue: Reflecting on the past doesn’t mean wallowing in your failures. If you made mistakes, recognize them
and then move one.
John: Indeed, no one can change the past, but I can learn from it and create a new future. You know, I’ll also
consider the things I am thankful for from this past year.
Sue: Excellent! Hey, make a list—one for each month.
John: That’s twelve things. Or, maybe one for each week!
Sue: Or, maybe as many as you can think of.
John: Yeah, this will help me end the year with a positive attitude.
Sue: And, don’t forget saying “Thank you.”
John: OK. “Thank you, Sue.”
Sue: You’re welcome. But firstly, clean up your desk. It’s really messy.
【題組】46. What is a likely relationship between Sue and John?
(A) Siblings.
(B) Neighbors.
(C) Colleagues.
(D) Mother and son.
38. I need _____ your help _____ your compassion. I can solve the problems on my own.
(A) either, or (B) both, and
(C) neither, nor (D) not only, but also
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