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Conversation Intermediate · Module 22 · Unit 106

Habits That Increase Happiness

B2 Intermediate Upper

Learning Objectives

In today s lesson, you will talk about habits that increase happiness and learn useful vocabulary that you can use in everyday life.

Discussion

Direction: Answer these questions.
  1. What is one thing that makes you feel happy every day?
  2. Do you think small habits can change your mood?
  3. Have you ever tried to cultivate a new positive habit?

New Words & Expressions

Direction: Listen and repeat these words with your teacher.

  • Mindset

    noun

    /ˈmaɪndset/

    Meaning:A persons way of thinking and their opinions.

    A positive mindset is key to daily happiness.

    Real Life Tip:

    Often used in self-improvement contexts.

  • Gratitude

    noun

    /ˈɡrætɪtuːd/

    Meaning:The quality of being thankful.

    Practicing gratitude changed my whole outlook.

    Real Life Tip:

    Very popular focus in modern wellness culture.

  • Stick to

    phrasal verb

    /stɪk tuː/

    Meaning:To continue doing something regularly.

    It is hard to stick to a new routine.

    Real Life Tip:

    Used for goals or habits.

  • Look on the bright side

    idiom

    /lʊk ɒn ðə braɪt saɪd/

    Meaning:To be optimistic in a difficult situation.

    Even when things go wrong, I try to look on the bright side.

    Real Life Tip:

    A very common American approach to adversity.

  • Chill

    slang

    /tʃɪl/

    Meaning:To relax or calm down.

    I just need to chill after a long day.

    Real Life Tip:

    Extremely common in social interactions.

Conversation

Direction:

  • Listen carefully as your teacher reads the conversation aloud.
  • Role-play the conversation with your teacher
Kevin and Jennifer are talking about their new morning routines.
  • Kevin
    I am trying to have a better mindset each morning.
  • Jennifer
    That is great! Do you practice gratitude?
  • Kevin
    I do, but it is hard to stick to it.

Q&A

Direction: Answer the questions based on the conversation.
  1. What is Kevin trying to improve?
  2. What advice does Jennifer give?
  3. How does Kevin feel at the end?

Exercise

Direction: Choose the correct answer to complete each sentence, then read it aloud. Each question gives you 5 Points.

  1. What is a mindset?

  2. What does gratitude mean?

  3. I need to ____ to my routine.

  4. You should ____ out and chill.

  5. the / bright / on / side / look

  6. is / key / mindset / positive / a

Ask Your Teacher

Direction: Ask your teacher these questions.
  1. How do you maintain a positive mindset?
  2. What are you practicing gratitude for today?
  3. Is it easy for you to stick to new habits?

Your Time To Speak

Direction: Answer using the language you have learned in this lesson. Talk about yourself!
  1. What is a good mindset?
  2. Do you practice gratitude?
  3. How can I stick to habits?
  4. Should I look on the bright side?
  5. Can we just chill?
  6. Is this a healthy habit?
  7. Do you journal?
  8. Are you optimistic?
  9. Is this stressful?
  10. Do you like routines?
Jennifer
Just look on the bright side when you miss a day.
  • Kevin
    You are right. I should just chill about it.
  • Jennifer
    Exactly, consistency is better than perfection.
  • Kevin
    I feel better already just talking about it.
  • Jennifer
    Let us make it a habit together.