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Phones and social media can be very distracting when you need to focus. To avoid this, turn off notifications on your phone and computer. You can also use apps that block social media while you study. Instead of looking at your phone all the time, set specific times to check your messages. You might not believe it, but making a "ToDo List" can save your day. Writing down your tasks can help you stay organised and focused. A good way to manage your time is by using the "Pomodoro Technique"— work for 25 minutes, take a 5-minute break, and repeat. This method helps you stay fresh and avoid feeling too tired. Also, try to focus on one task at a time instead of doing many things at once. Don't forget to stay motivated. It's easier to stay focused when you feel motivated. After finishing a task, reward yourself with a short break or something you enjoy. Setting deadlines can also help you stay on track and avoid procrastination. If you ever feel unmotivated, remind yourself why the task is important. Thinking about the result can help you keep going! Track 13 1. to resist 2. to influence 3. consumer 4. to evoke 5. to persuade 6. bond 7. purchase 8. advertisement Track 14 Mia: Alex, I went to the sports store near the school today, and they had a collection of new sneakers! It was so tempting to buy a pair, but I'm trying to resist spending too much money right now. Alex: That's a good idea! Sometimes we want things just because they look cool or they are on sale. |  | Mia: Well, that one is not on sale, but the price is reasonable. I saw an advertisement for these limited-edition series last night, saying they are the most comfortable sneakers ever. But that is not what attracted me, they have a colour mix that I love so much. But do I really need another pair? Alex: Colours, designs can be nice, but if you don't need a new pair of sneakers, you can wait. Ads always try to persuade people to buy things quickly. They make it seem like you'll miss out if you don't get them now. Mia: I know! And they use famous athletes to influence people. Just because a basketball player wears them doesn't mean they'll make me run faster! Alex: Yeah, that is the famous trick used by advertisers in order to evoke emotions. Mia: I always buy my sneakers from the same brand. On my birthdays, they often give me a good discount code. Alex: Yeah, that's how they build bonds with their customers. My advice to you is not to hurry before making a purchase. Mia: Yeah, I think I'll wait and see if I still want them next week. To tell the truth, I am afraid I won't find my size till that time. Track 15 Speaker 1: My name is Liam. I always check prices in different stores before buying anything. It helps me save money. I like shopping when there are big sales. I don't trust advertisements. They always try to make things look better than they really are. Speaker 2: My name is Sophie. I enjoy looking for discounts before I buy anything. It saves me money! I love going to shopping malls because I can see many options in one place. But I never buy things without checking reviews first.