Every year, nature quietly teaches us a moral lesson about how to handle challenging moments in our lives. This lesson unfolds as the seasons change, particularly during mid-winter in the northern hemisphere.
Today’s movie
VIDEO URL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AmtZ_gBMyrc
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AmtZ_gBMyrc
Listening Quiz
Let’s test your understanding of the lesson from nature.
Q1: What does the speaker mention about the minds of individuals?
Q2: How does the speaker describe the landscape in late November?
Q3: What is the significance of the fallow period according to the speaker?
Q4: What message does nature convey through the cycle of seasons?
Q5: What does the speaker suggest people should do during mid-winters?
Vocabulary
Let’s explore some key vocabulary from the lesson.
The constant criticism from her supervisor had a dispiriting effect on her.
She was resigned to the fact that the project would not be completed on time.
His ebullience was contagious, lifting the spirits of everyone around him.
After a long day at work, she sought some quiet repose in her garden.
The view of the sunset over the ocean filled her with a sense of serenity.