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Conversation / LET'S TALK
Lesson 01
Health and Wellness – Habits for a Better Life
Advanced
Exercise 1
Expressions
Direction: Listen and repeat after your tutor
Healthy lifestyle
/ˈhel.θi ˈlaɪf.staɪl/
Meaning:
A way of living that promotes physical and mental well-being
- She maintains a healthy lifestyle by eating well and exercising regularly.
To break a habit
/tuː breɪk ə ˈhæb.ɪt/
Meaning:
To stop doing something regularly, especially something unhealthy
- He’s trying to break the habit of eating junk food late at night.
Preventive care
/prɪˈven.tɪv keər/
Meaning:
Actions taken to prevent illness or health problems
- Annual check-ups are part of good preventive care.
Mind-body connection
/maɪnd ˈbɒd.i kəˈnek.ʃən/
Meaning:
The relationship between thoughts, emotions, and physical health
- Yoga helps strengthen the mind-body connection.
Exercise 2
Mini Debate
❝Is it more important to focus on physical health or mental health?❞
Exercise 3
Article
Direction: Now, we're going to listen to a short audio titled ... Listen carefuly.
Health and Wellness – Habits for a Better Life
1. What is the key message of the article?
a) Only strict routines work
b) Wellness requires balanced daily habits
c) Sleep isn’t important
d) Perfection leads to health
2. What supports mental wellness according to the text?
a) Ignoring emotions
b) Eating more sugar
c) Journaling and rest
d) Watching late-night TV
3. Why is preventive care important?
a) It’s expensive but optional
b) It helps avoid serious health issues
c) It replaces the need for sleep
d) It focuses only on fitness
Exercise 4
Let's Talk
Answer using the words and expressions you have learned in this lesson. Talk about yourself!
1. What daily habits help you feel your best?
2. Have you ever successfully broken a bad habit? How?
3. How do stress and mental health affect your physical well-being?
4. What’s your opinion on diets and food trends?
5. Do you think people sleep enough in today’s society? Why or why not?
6. What does a healthy lifestyle look like in your culture?
7. How do you balance work, rest, and movement in your life?
8. Have you tried meditation or other wellness techniques? Did they help?
9. How important is preventive care where you live?
10. What advice would you give someone trying to start a healthier lifestyle?
11. How has your idea of “health” changed over time?
12. Can wellness be achieved without spending a lot of money?
