I believe that motivation is a force which is always with us, but a poor schedule can often lead us to believe we have no motivation, when the issue is simply time or a wrong motive for learning.

Better time management and reminding ourselves why we want to learn is the key.

Teacher Joseph's Podcast

Motivation: Always with us.

In 1950s America, smoking was cool, with movie stars like James Dean and Marlene Dietrich making it look stylish. Cigarette companies even claimed smoking was good for you, with one famous advertisement claiming, "More doctors smoke Camels than any other cigarette."

But things started to change in 1951, when a British scientist found a link between smoking and lung cancer.

Today, things look very different, and smoking in the US is at its lowest level in 80 years.

In the 1950s, nearly half of US adults smoked. Now, according to a poll from Gallup, only 11% of American adults say they've smoked in the past week — half the number from 10 years ago.

One reason is that more people now see smoking as bad for you, with 79% of Americans agreeing that cigarettes are very harmful.

Another major reason is that fewer young adults are smoking.

Young adults used to smoke the most out of any age group, but now they're the least likely to smoke. In the early 2000s, 35% of US adults under 30 smoked, but today, it's just 6%. Instead, it's the older generation that are the biggest smokers these days, with 18% of adults aged 50 to 64 saying they smoke.

Although smoking may be declining, vaping is becoming more popular.

Vaping, or using e-cigarettes, is less common than smoking, with just 7% of adults saying they vape. But vaping is more popular with young adults, and nearly 1 in 5 of American adults under 30 vape.

And if they keep vaping into middle age — and if young people today start vaping as they grow up — vaping might soon become more common than smoking.

Health experts say even though vaping is less harmful than smoking, it's best to avoid both.

English Conversation/Dialogue

US Smoking Hits 80-Year Low

Nuestros pensamientos definen cómo nos sentimos. 

El otro lado de la moneda

El poder del pensamiento.

How to describe your family? 我家
How to talk about their interests? 家人。他们的爱好

New words 生词:
особенно - especially, 尤其；
драма - a drama, 戏剧；
по-английски - English, 英语；
с друзьями (instrumental case) - with friends, 跟朋友们。

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Семья и Хобби

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23. Flirt VS Sexual Harassment 搭讪 VS 性骚扰

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51001-7

All the fun I had in my second year in Russia

Living in Russia

My Second Year in Russia

In this episode of Ctrl+Speak, we explore the Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), one of the most widely used encryption algorithms in the world. Learn what AES is, why it’s important for securing data, and how it’s used in everyday applications like Wi-Fi and VPNs. Perfect for anyone looking to boost their understanding of cybersecurity. Subscribe now for weekly tech lessons!

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Episode 4: AES - Advanced Encryption Standard

In today's globalized business world, learning Business English is crucial for success. To do so effectively, set clear goals, assess your current level, and invest in quality learning resources. Create a vocabulary bank, practice active listening, and read extensively. Engage in conversations, write, edit, and seek feedback to improve your communication skills. Stay updated on industry trends and cultural understanding to navigate business interactions. By following these strategies, you can master Business English and open doors to a world of opportunities.