B. Keywords
shy, shyness, nail biting, getting in shape.
Vocabulary
nail polish, tighten up, workout.
Listen to three different suggestions for each of the problems in the chart.
Write down the suggestions in note form and then check the one that you think is the best.
1. How to overcome shyness?
Well, I think if you're really shy, it might be a good idea to see a therapist or someone like that, you know, to get some professional help.
You can't always change by yourself.
Or how about getting one of those self-help books from the library?
I'm sure there are books around with lots of good suggestions that you can try.
I think the best thing is to join a club and do activities where you have to meet and talk to different people.
Like, if you join a theater group and work on putting on a play, you'll probably be able to overcome your shyness.
2. How to stop biting your fingernails.
I think biting your fingernails is just a sign of nervousness, so the first thing to do is to find out what's making you nervous.
Once you identified that problem and then solved it, the nail biting will disappear.
My sister used to bite her nails all the time, so she started wearing bright red nail polish.
She bought the really expensive kinds, so she felt that she had mede an investment in quitting her bad habit.
I think the polish made her think about what she was doing, too.
Anyway after a few months, it worked. And she has really nice nails now.
I guess if you're a guy, it's a little more difficult, though.
Maybe you can find something else to do when you're stressed out, like tapping your fingers or counting to 100.
You have to try to transfer your habit into a different activity, one that doesn't cause such a problem.
3. How to get in shape for summer.
Getting in shape for summer can be easy. Just take a fairly walk for at least an hour a day, you'll be surprised at how much fat can burn off just by walking everyday.
I recommend getting a personal trainer at a gym. It's expensive,
but a personal trainer can help you focus on what you really need to do and show you the best kinds of exercises to do to tighten up your tummy or whatever it is you want to tighten up.
I think the best way to get a shape is by riding a bicycle to work or school.
And on the weekend, go out for longer rides.
It sounds easy, but actually, a good long bike ride can be even better for you than a workout at the gym.