SELF-IMPROVEMENT & WELLNESS

Question 1

mindset n /ˈmaɪndset/

Answer 1

• the set of attitudes, beliefs and values that shape a person’s thoughts and behaviours
• I think my positive mindset allows me to overcome tough challenges.

Question 2

detrimental adj /ˌdetrɪˈmentl/

Answer 2

• harmful or damaging
• A lack of sleep can have a detrimental effect on your cognitive functions.

Question 3

self-reflection n /ˌself rɪˈflekʃn/

Answer 3

• serious thought about your feelings and behaviour and the reasons behind them
• I engage in regular self-reflection to understand myself better.

Question 4

to neglect v /nɪˈɡlekt/

Answer 4

• to fail to take care of someone or something
• I have been neglecting myself recently between full-time work and studying.

Question 5

hustle culture n /ˈhʌsl ˈkʌlʧə/

Answer 5

• the idea that you have to work extremely hard, all day, every day, in order to succeed
• Hustle culture can be detrimental to health and well-being in the long run.

Question 6

aloof adj /əˈluːf/

Answer 6

aloof adj /əˈluːf/

• not friendly or willing to take part in things
• She’s very hard to warm to because of her aloof demeanour.

Question 7

jovial adj /ˈʤəʊviəl/

Answer 7

jovial adj /ˈʤəʊviəl/

• very cheerful and friendly
• Craig has such a jovial disposition that I’m sure he’ll make a great host.

Question 8

Dedication

Answer 8

Dedication

Definition: The quality of being committed to a task or purpose.

Example: “Her dedication to her studies earned her a scholarship.”
Proficiency
Example: “Her proficiency in English allowed her to work as a translator.”
Self-discipline
Definition: The ability to control one’s feelings and overcome one’s weaknesses.
Example: “He showed great self-discipline by sticking to his diet during the holidays.”
Adaptability
Definition: The quality of being able to adjust to new conditions.
Example: “Her adaptability made it easy for her to settle in a new country.”

Question 9

Proficiency

Answer 9

Example: “Her proficiency in English allowed her to work as a translator.”

Question 10

Self-discipline

Answer 10

Self-discipline

Definition: The ability to control one’s feelings and overcome one’s weaknesses.

Example: “He showed great self-discipline by sticking to his diet during the holidays.”

Question 11

Adaptability

Answer 11

Adaptability

Definition: The quality of being able to adjust to new conditions.

Example: “Her adaptability made it easy for her to settle in a new country.”