英语晨读美文(优秀6篇)
英语晨读美文 篇一
The Power of Gratitude
Gratitude is a powerful emotion that has the ability to transform our lives and bring us genuine happiness. When we practice gratitude regularly, we shift our focus from what we lack to what we already have, and this shift in perspective can have a profound impact on our overall well-being.
Research has shown that gratitude can improve both our physical and mental health. When we express gratitude, our brain releases dopamine and serotonin, which are neurotransmitters responsible for feelings of pleasure and happiness. This can help reduce stress, anxiety, and depression, and increase our overall sense of well-being.
Not only does gratitude benefit our mental health, but it also improves our relationships. When we express gratitude towards others, it strengthens our bonds with them and creates a positive atmosphere. People who feel appreciated are more likely to go out of their way to help and support us, leading to stronger and healthier relationships.
Practicing gratitude is not difficult, and it can be done in various ways. One simple way is to keep a gratitude journal and write down three things we are grateful for each day. This can be anything from a beautiful sunset to a kind gesture from a friend. By focusing on the positive aspects of our lives, we train our minds to look for the good in every situation.
Another way to practice gratitude is through acts of kindness. By doing something nice for someone else, we not only bring joy to their lives but also cultivate a sense of gratitude within ourselves. It doesn't have to be a grand gesture; even small acts of kindness can make a big difference.
In conclusion, gratitude is a powerful tool that can enhance our well-being and transform our lives. By practicing gratitude regularly, we can experience greater happiness, improved relationships, and a more positive outlook on life. Let us take a moment each day to reflect on the things we are grateful for and express our appreciation to those around us. The power of gratitude is truly remarkable.
英语晨读美文 篇二
The Beauty of Imperfection
In a world that often values perfection, it is important to remember the beauty of imperfection. Imperfection is what makes us unique and adds depth to our lives. Embracing our flaws and accepting ourselves as imperfect beings can lead to greater self-acceptance and happiness.
Perfectionism is a mindset that can be detrimental to our well-being. The constant pursuit of flawlessness can lead to stress, anxiety, and a distorted sense of self-worth. When we let go of the need for perfection, we free ourselves from this self-imposed pressure and open ourselves up to a world of possibilities.
Imperfections can be seen as opportunities for growth and learning. When we make mistakes or experience failures, we have the chance to learn from them and become better versions of ourselves. It is through these challenges that we gain resilience and develop a deeper understanding of ourselves and others.
Moreover, imperfections can be beautiful. They add character and authenticity to our lives. Just as a cracked ceramic vase can be more interesting and unique than a perfectly polished one, our imperfections make us more relatable and human. They allow us to connect with others on a deeper level and form genuine relationships based on acceptance and understanding.
Embracing imperfection also means embracing vulnerability. When we are willing to show our flaws and be open about our struggles, we create a space for others to do the same. This vulnerability fosters empathy and compassion, as we realize that we are all imperfect beings navigating through life together.
In conclusion, embracing imperfection can bring us greater self-acceptance, happiness, and meaningful connections with others. Let us celebrate our flaws and appreciate the beauty that comes with being imperfect. Remember that it is through our imperfections that we grow, learn, and become the best versions of ourselves.
英语晨读美文 篇三
In most people’s minds the term desert conjures up an image of undulating sand dunes beneath the hot sun. There are, however, many other kinds of desert. Antarctica, Greenland and the polar ice packs are cold deserts where the water is locked up in ice. As for the Earth’s arid regions, they exist both in areas such as Arabia where the climate is permanently hot, and in others such as the steppes of central Asia where the winters are cold. The common denominator between them is that on average more water evaporates than falls as rain.Where there is practically no rain, as in the Sahara and the Gobi, there is virtually no life.
Regions in which enough water falls to allow grazing and perhaps some dry farming are described as semi-arid. There are many of these in Africa, India, Argentina and Australia. Arid and semi-arid regions make up more than a third of the world’s land surface, whereas cultivated land accounts only for one-tenth. They are concentrated in two zones straddling the Tropics of Cancer and Capricorn, on each side of the Equator.
The main cause of aridity is to be found in the circulation of the atmosphere above our revolving globe. The almost permanent ridges of high pressure that predominate around the 30olatitude mark stop rain from forming. Great distance from the oceans or the presence of mountain barriers are other factors that contribute to the aridity of regions like central Asia or the American Midwest.
So deserts have not been created by humankind, as is something claimed, though people do contribute to decertification. In our time increased population pressure and over-intensive agriculture and grazing are accelerating soil degradation and worsening the effects of drought in semi-arid regions such as the African Sahel and northeastern Brazil.
There is another way in which human activity may affect the evolution of arid regions. It is thought that the accumulation in the atmosphere of carbon dioxide from automobile engines, heating or industry and other gases of industrial and agricultural origin can lead to global warming through the ‘greenhouse effect’. It is not yet possible to predict the consequences of such global warming for different regions, but it may well be that in a few decades some arid regions will be direr still while others will be less so. In that case, people will have brought about a significant climatic change, comparable to those that have taken place in the course of geological history.
英语晨读美文 篇四
Figure it out for yourself, my lad. You have got all that the great have had: two arms, two legs, two hands, two eyes, and a brain to use if you'd be wise. With this equipment they all began, so start for the top and say" I can".
Look them over the wise and the great. They take their food from a common plate. With similar knives and forks they use; with similar laces they tie their shoes. The world considers them brave and smart, but you know--- you have got all they had when they made their start.
You can triumph and come to skill; you can be great if you only will. You are well equipped for the fight you choose you have arms and legs and brains to use. And people who have risen, great deeds to do started their lives with no more than you.
You are the handicap you must face. You are the one who must choose your place. You must say where you want to go, and how much you will study the truth to know. God has equipped you for life, but he lets you decide what you want to be.
The courage must come from the soul within; you must furnish the will to win. So figure it out for yourself, my lad; you were born with all the great have had; with your equipment they all began. Get hold of yourself and say" I can".
你会发现,自己已经具备了所有伟人所拥有的:两条胳膊,两条腿,两只手,两只眼睛以及为你带来智慧的大脑。这些伟大的人在奋斗之处也只拥有这些。因此,开始为了梦想奋斗吧,告诉你自己:“我行!”。
看看那些伟大睿智的人,他们吃饭用寻常的盘子和刀叉;甚至用类似的方法系鞋带--世人皆认为他们兼具勇敢与智慧。但你要知道,此刻你已拥有他们拼搏向前的一切。
如果你愿意,你同样可以取胜,同样可以伟大。在奋斗的路途上你已拥有最精良的装备,不断向前成就伟业的人在奋斗之初并不比你多多少。
你必须面对的是你自己,仅有你自己可以决定自己的处境。说出自己想要达到目标,讲出自己掌握的真相。上帝已为你提供了装备,但方向只能由你自己来决定。
勇气来自内心深处,下定决心取得胜利。所以,自己想想吧,伟人的资本与生俱来。把握好自己,告诉自己:“我行!”。
英语晨读美文 篇五
When we were young, we had dreams and expectations. We imagine things; we keep thinking about what we want to be, what we want to do, what makes us proud and happy and what will we become.
We grew up, and things seemed like having their own way. We accept our success or failures and we move on. The rapid change, the need to do the urgent things, the works, the pressures and the failures, all kill part of our visions.
Things have changed, but they cannot really take away the dreams. We still have to dream on, to visualize our desires, our wants, our vision of our future, even when we are considered too old for such things.
Cornell Sanders started his business when he was sixty, and started the whole successful KFC business. The main thing is not the age whether being too old, or too young, but it is the desire to dream on, and the courage to realize it.
The ability to dream on is one of the fine qualities of human race that other species do not possess. So dream on, and put a deadline: make it a giant dream, a tiny one, an old everlasting one, a new-found one, a hobby-related one, a change of life one, a religious one, a stupid one, a stroke of genius one, or just whatever... just continue to dream on... Then, Just Go and Do It!
英语晨读美文 篇六
Prometheus was a Titan .In the war between Zeus the giants he had stood on the side of the new Olympian gods.Out of the clay he made the first man,to whom Athena gave soul and holy breath.Prometheus spent a lot of time and energy in creating the gift of fire.The fire raised man above all animals .Later,there held a joint meeting of gods and men.The meeting was to decide what part of burnt animals should be given to gods and what to men.Prometheus cut up an ox and pided it into two parts:under the skin he placed the fresh,and under the fat he put the bones,for he knew the selfish Zeus loved fat. Zeus saw through the trick and felt displeased at the Prometheus' favor towards men.So in a masterful way he took away the gift of fire from mankind.However,Prometheus managed to steal fire from heaven and secretly brought it down to men.Flying into an anger at this unjustified act of rebellion,Zeus let the other gods chain Prometheus to a rock on Mountain Caucasus,where a hungry eagle ever tore at his liver which ever grew again.His period of pain was to be thirty-thousand years.Prometheus faced his bitter fate firmly and never lost courage before Zeus.At last Heracles made Prometheus and Zeus restore to friend ship,when Heracles came over in search of the golden apple and killed the eagle and set the friend of mankind free.
普罗米修斯是泰坦巨人之一。在宙斯与巨人的战争中,他站在新的奥林波斯山神一边。他用粘土造出了第一个男人。雅典娜赋予了这个男人灵魂和神圣的生命。普罗米修斯还花费了很多时间和精力创造了火,并将之赠予人类。火使人成为万物之灵。在这之后,举行了第一次神与人的联席会议。这个会议将决定烧烤过的动物的哪一部分该分给神,哪一部分该给人类。普罗米修斯切开一头牛,把它分成两部分:他把肉放在皮下,将骨头放在肥肉下。因为他知道自私的宙斯爱吃肥肉。宙斯看穿了他的把戏。普罗米修斯偏袒人类,这使宙斯感到不快。因此,他专横地把火从人类手中夺走。然而,普罗米修斯设法窃走了天火,偷偷地把它带给人类。宙斯对他这种肆无忌惮的违抗行为大发雷霆。他令其他的山神把普罗米修斯用锁链缚在高加索山脉的一块岩石上。一只饥饿的老鹰天天来啄食他的肝脏,而他的肝脏又总是重新长出来。他的痛苦要持续三万年。而他坚定地面对苦难,从来不在宙斯面前丧失勇气。最后,海格立斯使普罗米修斯与宙斯恢复了他们的友谊,找到了金苹果,杀死了老鹰,因而解救了人类的老朋友。