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[D] Improvement Pill: The Biggest Benefits of Minimalism

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intention

[ in-'ten-shuhn ]

noun

- something that you want and plan to do

I wrote the letter with the intention of apologizing for my mistake.

possession

[ puh-'zesh-uhn ]

noun

- something that you own or that you are carrying with you at a particular time

She treasured her grandmother's ring as her most prized possession.

deliberate

[ dih-'lib-uh-reyt ]

verb

- to think or talk seriously and carefully about something

Before buying a new car, he deliberated with his family about the pros and cons of each model.

baseline

[ 'beys-lahyn ]

noun

- a minimum level of quality, safety, etc. that is considered to be necessary in a particular situation

The doctor will use your current health as the baseline for your treatment plan.

accumulate

[ uh-'kyoo-myuh-leyt ]

verb

- to collect a large number of things over a long period of time

Dust tends to accumulate quickly on the shelves if not cleaned regularly.

LET'S TAKE A LOOK! [ FULL CLIP ]

What is the video all about? Choose two statements that refer to the main ideas of the video.


1. Minimalism emphasizes simplicity, intentionality, and a focus on essentials.

2. Minimalism requires giving away all your worldly possessions and living in isolation.

3. Buying new material possessions, such as a fancy car or apartment, always leads to long-term happiness according to the hedonic treadmill concept.

4. Multiple studies have found that having a lot of material possessions does not correlate with overall life satisfaction.

LET'S PRACTICE-SCRIPT COMPLETION

A. First Cut

Direction: Watch the first cut of the video and complete the following lines below with the missing words. Write or type down your answers while listening.

⏱ 00:00 - 00:36

  1. "Do you often feel in your life? "

  2. " If so, it may be to observe your environment and figure out how it contributes to your overall well-being. "

  3. "In this video we'll take a look at how you can shape your environment to lead a life with more focus, , and purpose. "

  4. "Minimalism is a lifestyle and philosophy that emphasizes , intentionality, and a focus on the essentials. "

  5. "It involves choosing to live with fewer material possessions. "

B. Second Cut

Direction: Watch the second cut of the video and complete the following lines below with the missing phrases.

⏱ 00:58 - 01:54

  1. "Multiple studies have found that having a lot of material possessions does not with overall life satisfaction."

  2. " We all need to survive in this world such as food, clothing, and shelter, but beyond a certain point, having more stuff does not equate to more happiness."

  3. "Simply put, a hedonic treadmill means that your baseline level of happiness always ."

  4. "In one study, researchers interviewed a number of lottery winners a year after they've won a - of money."

  5. "Minimalism is all about disregarding the need to more material possessions."

LET'S DO THE CHALLENGE-Comprehension Questions

Direction: Answer the following questions below based on the video.

  1. What is the main purpose of the passage?

    a. To encourage people to stop owning material possessions

    b. To explain how minimalism can improve focus and well-being

    c. To convince people to live in the woods and avoid society

  2. According to the passage, what is minimalism primarily about?

    a. Earning more money by selling unnecessary items

    b. Giving away everything and avoiding modern life

    c. Living with fewer material possessions and focusing on essentials

  3. How does the passage describe the relationship between people and their environment?

    a. People shape their environment, but the environment also influences them

    b. People are fully controlled by their environment

    c. The environment does not have any effect on people’s well-being

  4. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of minimalism, as explained in the passage?

    a. Prioritizing experiences and personal growth

    b. Living with only valuable and meaningful possessions

    c. Rejecting society and moving to a remote location

  5. What is the goal of minimalism, according to the passage?

    a. To be more intentional about what you own and how it adds value to your life

    b. To encourage people to own as many valuable things as possible

    c. To completely avoid material possessions and live in isolation