18.Communication is important for strong family relationships.However,if you don't truly listen to others,it can be difficult to communicate.Working on the following listening skills can help you communicate better. Listening Actively Focus on the speaker's words and not what you'll say next.When listening to a family member,pay attention to what's being said.When talking to someone,pay attention to the speaker and his thoughts,you can think of how you will reply later. Make sure the speaker has finished talking before you talk.Instead of starting your reply at once,a couple of seconds of silence is not a bad thing. Communicating Effectively(有效地) Retell what has been said.Try to briefly conclude what you have heard when the speaker finishes.It will really show you're listening and allow you and your family to communicate better. Reflect(思考,回顧) on what's been said.After talking,reflect briefly on the subject.Try to work out not just what's being said,but also why it is important. Accept you don't always have to solve someone's problems. Avoiding Negative Habits Do not cut in on others.Interrupting(打斷) can break effective conversation.Do not start talking until the other person has finished. Stop from offering advice.Unless you are asked,do not offer advice.Offering advice can make it seem like you're not really listening but to hear what you want. Do not change the subject early.Never change the subject before the speaker has got their words out,even if a subject makes you bored. Avoid hurrying the speaker.Never say words like, "Can you get to the point?" This will make it seem like you're not interested in the conversation.
(1)What is communication important for?
(2)When should you pay attention to the speaker and his thoughts?
19.假如你叫李華,你們學校正在開展"關愛同學,問題解決"活動,倡議大家說出自己的問題,并能相互給出建議,你們班交換生Peter也參加了這次活動,請你根據Peter的問題,用英語回復一封郵件,告訴他你對這些問題的看法,并分享你的一些建議。字數不少于60詞,文中已給出內容不計入總詞數。 提示詞語:common,in low spirits,unhealthy,take a breath,talk about,take part in 提示問題: 1.What do you think of Peter's problems? 2.What suggestions do you want to give Peter?
Dear Li Hua, I find it hard to control my bad moods these days.I sometimes argue with my classmates.I don't know how to get on well with them.Do you have any advice? Yours, Peter
Dear Peter, I'm sorry to hear about your problems._________ If there is anything more that I can help with,please let me know. Yours, Li Hua