complex tasks – сложные задачи
fixed, unchanging entity – фиксированная, неизменная сущность
are caused by cognitive judgments – вызваны когнитивными суждениями
innate behavior patterns – врожденные модели поведения
thrive – процветать
the essence of all consciousness – сущность всего сознания
flywheel of society – маховик общества
precious – драгоценный
observable behavior – наблюдаемое поведение
neglect – пренебрегать
oversimplifying – чрезмерное упрощение
engaging writing style – увлекательный стиль письма
accessible to a general audience – доступный для широкой аудитории
Exercise 3
Fill in the gaps with some words or phrases from the wordlist.
1. Consciousness is a ______________ of experience.
2. Habits are formed when ______________.
3. James argued that emotions ______________.
4. James believed that the self is not a ______________.
5. James' writing style was ______________.
6. ______________ play a significant role in human behavior.
7. James' book was ______________ to a general audience.
8. Critics argue that James ______________ the importance of internal mental processes.
9. James' theory of emotion has been criticized for ______________ the relationship between physiology and psychology.
The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen Covey (1989)
This self-help classic outlines seven fundamental principles for personal and professional effectiveness.
The 7 Habits
Be Proactive: Take responsibility for your choices and actions, focusing on the things you can control.
Begin with the End in Mind: Establish clear goals and align your actions with them.
Put First Things First: Prioritize tasks based on importance and urgency, focusing on the most impactful activities.
Think Win-Win: Seek mutually beneficial solutions, considering the needs and interests of others.
Seek First to Understand, Then to Be Understood: Listen actively to others to truly comprehend their perspectives before sharing your own.
Synergize: Combine different perspectives and ideas to create groundbreaking solutions.
Sharpen the Saw: Continuously invest in personal and professional development to enhance your abilities.
Best Quotes
"The only person you are destined to become is the person you decide to be."
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"Sow a thought, reap an action; sow an action, reap a habit; sow a habit, reap a character; sow a character, reap a destiny."