Hi everyone, I’m returning to teaching here after some time away and I’m excited to be back. I won’t say too much about myself as I’m looking forward to getting to know people through lessons and conversations instead. I’ll also be posting regular short stories here, focusing on interesting topics to help you improve your English skills, with some comprehension questions for you to answer at the end. To get things started, here’s a short reading activity for you: A Small Change Last month, Mark decided to change his daily routine. He used to wake up late, skip breakfast, and start work feeling tired. By the afternoon, he often felt stressed and unfocused. This left him unable to be productive in the evenings when he had free time. One day, he read an article online which highlighted the benefits of a morning routine. The very next morning, he woke up one hour earlier than usual. He made a simple breakfast, went for a short walk, and avoided checking his phone. At first, it felt difficult. He was not used to waking up early, and he felt sleepy during his walk. However, after a few days, something changed. He started to feel more energetic and calm. Now, Mark enjoys his mornings and has more energy to dedicate to his evenings once he arrives home from work. He says that this small change has made a big difference in his life. Do you struggle with fatigue? Would you benefit from a practical morning routine, or do you already have one you’d like to share? Questions 1. What was Mark’s routine like before he made a change? 2. What did Mark do differently in the morning? 3. How did Mark feel at the beginning of his new routine? 4. What changed after a few days? 5. How has the new routine affected Mark’s evenings? If you enjoyed this, I’d be happy to share more like this — and of course, feel free to reach out if you’d like to practice together 🙂