2 | Complete the gaps with the words from Task 1. 0. Sitting quietly can help you reflect on your feelings and understand them. 1. Life can be ★★★ sometimes. It is alright to ask for help in those difficult moments. 2. It is important not to make a quick ★★★ about people or situations. 3. It takes time to ★★★ after something difficult, but every small step helps. 4. People often write things down to ★★★ their thoughts and understand them better. 5. ★★★ means noticing your feelings and actions. It helps you understand why you feel the way you do. 6. Some people prefer to keep their feelings ★★★ and not share them with others. 7. The calm way she listened created an ★★★ atmosphere, so I felt safe to talk.

3 | Listen to the talk and match the speakers to the statements. One statement is extra. |

| A. This person shares how learning about his/her emotions helped him/her make better choices. B. This person talks about the value of keeping some thoughts private and personal. C. This person mentions how spending time in a peaceful outdoor space can improve his/her mood. D. This person shares how small activities can help him/her manage difficult moments. E. This person explains how reflecting on past mistakes can help him/her grow and heal. F. This person writes to stay focused on his/her goals and feels inspired by seeing his/her progress.

4 | Discuss the questions with a partner. • What things help you feel better during tough times? • How often do you reflect on your day? • How do you track your personal or academic growth? • When you have a disagreement with a friend, do you reflect on it? Why or why not?

5 | Choose one of the situations below and answer the question. Write your response in at least five complete sentences.

Your friends made a quick judgement on you. How do you feel? |  | You have a favourite place. You feel very relaxed there. What makes it so inviting? |  | Being more self-aware has helped you manage your stress. How did it help you?