英语美文长篇(优选6篇)
英语美文长篇 篇一
The Power of Kindness
In a world that can often seem cold and harsh, kindness has the power to create warmth and light. Small acts of kindness can have a profound impact on both the giver and the receiver. They can brighten someone's day, mend broken hearts, and even change lives.
Kindness is not limited to grand gestures or expensive gifts. It can be as simple as a smile, a kind word, or a helping hand. When we show kindness to others, we create a ripple effect. A small act of kindness can inspire others to do the same, creating a chain reaction of positivity.
I remember a time when a stranger's kindness made a lasting impression on me. I was having a bad day, feeling overwhelmed and stressed. As I stood in line at a coffee shop, a woman in front of me turned around and smiled. She handed me a small note that read, "You are loved and appreciated." In that moment, all my worries seemed to fade away. Her simple act of kindness reminded me that I was not alone, and that there were people who cared.
Kindness not only has the power to uplift others, but it also has the power to transform ourselves. When we show kindness, we become more compassionate, empathetic, and understanding. It opens our hearts and minds to the beauty and diversity of the world around us. It allows us to see the humanity in others, and to treat them with respect and dignity.
Research has shown that kindness has numerous benefits for our own well-being. It can reduce stress, boost our immune system, and even improve our overall happiness. Acts of kindness release endorphins, which are known as the "feel-good" hormones. When we engage in acts of kindness, we not only make others feel good, but we also experience a sense of fulfillment and joy.
Kindness is a language that transcends all barriers. It doesn't matter what language we speak or where we come from. Kindness is universal and can be understood by all. It has the power to bridge divides and bring people together.
So let us strive to be kind every day, in every interaction. Let us be the reason someone smiles, the reason someone feels loved and appreciated. Let us remember the power of kindness, and the profound impact it can have on ourselves and the world around us.
英语美文长篇 篇二
The Beauty of Solitude
In today's fast-paced and interconnected world, finding moments of solitude can be a challenge. We are constantly bombarded with stimuli, from social media notifications to endless to-do lists. However, taking the time to be alone with ourselves can be an enriching and transformative experience.
Solitude allows us to disconnect from the outside world and reconnect with our inner selves. It is a time for self-reflection, introspection, and self-discovery. When we are alone, we have the opportunity to explore our thoughts and emotions, to understand ourselves on a deeper level.
In solitude, we can find peace and tranquility. We can escape the noise and distractions of everyday life and create a space for silence and stillness. It is in these moments of quietude that we can truly listen to our own thoughts and feelings, and find clarity and direction.
Solitude also fosters creativity and innovation. It provides a fertile ground for ideas to flourish and for new perspectives to emerge. When we are alone, our minds are free to wander, to make connections that we may not have made in the presence of others. Many artists, writers, and thinkers have found inspiration in solitude, using it as a catalyst for their creative pursuits.
Moreover, solitude can be a source of strength and resilience. It teaches us to rely on ourselves, to be comfortable in our own company. It allows us to cultivate independence and self-reliance. When we are able to find solace in solitude, we become less dependent on others for validation and happiness.
However, solitude should not be mistaken for loneliness. Loneliness is a feeling of emptiness and isolation, while solitude is a choice to be alone. Solitude is a state of being comfortable in one's own skin, of finding contentment in one's own company. It is a deliberate act of self-care and self-love.
In a world that values constant connectivity and busyness, it is important to carve out moments of solitude for ourselves. Whether it is taking a walk in nature, reading a book in a quiet corner, or simply sitting in silence, let us embrace the beauty of solitude and the profound impact it can have on our well-being. Let us remember that in moments of solitude, we are not alone, but rather in the company of our own souls.
英语美文长篇 篇三
When love beckons to you, follow him, though his ways are hard and steep. And when his wings enfold you, yield to him, though the sword hidden among his pinions may wound you.
And when he speaks to you, believe in him, though his voice may shatter your dreams as the north wind lays waste the garden.
For even as love crowns you so shall he crucify you. Even as he is for your growth so is he for your pruning.
Even as he ascends to your height and caresses your tenderest branches that quiver in the sun, so shall he descend to our roots and shake them in their clinging to the earth.
But if, in your fear, you would seek only love’s peace and love’s pleasure, then it is better for you that you cover your nakedness and pass out of love’s threshing-floor, into the seasonless world where you shall laugh, but not all of your laughter, and weep, but not all of your tears.
Love gives naught but it self and takes naught but from itself.
Love possesses not, nor would it be possessed, for love is sufficient unto love.
Love has no other desire but to fulfill itself. But if you love and must have desires, let these be your desires:
To melt and be like a running brook that sings its melody to the night.
To know the pain of too much tenderness.
To be wounded by your own understanding of love;
And to bleed willingly and joyfully.
To wake at dawn with a winged heart and give thanks for another day of loving;
To rest at the noon hour and meditate love’s ecstasy;
To return home at eventide with gratitude;
And then to sleep with a payer for the beloved in your heart and a song of praise upon your lips.
英语美文长篇 篇四
I waited a few minutes and then the supervisor was back on the line. "I have a party who will speak with you. " I asked the woman on the other end of the line if she knew anyone by the name of Hannah. She gasped. " Oh！ We bought this house from a family who had a daughter named Hannah. But that was thirty years ago！" "Would you know where that family could be located now?" I asked. "I remember that Hannah had to place her mother in a nursing home some years ago， "the woman said. "Maybe if you got in touch with them， they might be able to track down the daughter. "She gave me the name of the nursing home， and I called the number. The woman on the phone told me the old lady had passed away some years ago， but the nursing home did have a phone number for where the daughter might be living. I thanked the person at the nursing home and phoned the number she gave me. The woman who answered explained that Hannah herself was now living in a nursing home. This whole thing is stupid， I thought to myself. Why am I making such a big deal over finding the owner of a wallet that has only three dollars and a letter that is almost sixty years old?
英语美文长篇 篇五
"The days that make us happy make us wise."----John Masefield
when I first read this line by England's Poet Laureate, it startled me. What did Masefield mean? Without thinking about it much, I had always assumed that the opposite was true. But his sober assurance was arresting. I could not forget it.
Finally, I seemed to grasp his meaning and realized that here was a profound observation. The wisdom that happiness makes possible lies in clear perception, not fogged by anxiety nor dimmed by despair and boredom, and without the blind spots caused by fear.
Active happiness---not mere satisfaction or contentment ---often comes suddenly, like an April shower or the unfolding of a bud. Then you discover what kind of wisdom has accompanied it. The grass is greener; bird songs are sweeter; the shortcomings of your friends are more understandable and more forgivable. Happiness is like a pair of eyeglasses correcting your spiritual vision.
Nor are the insights of happiness limited to what is near around you. Unhappy, with your thoughts turned in upon your emotional woes, your vision is cut short as though by a wall. Happy, the wall crumbles.
The long vista is there for the seeing. The ground at your feet, the world about you----people, thoughts, emotions, pressures---are now fitted into the larger scene. Everything assumes a fairer proportion. And here is the beginning of wisdom.
英语美文长篇 篇六
I remember quite clearly now when the story happened. The autumn leaves were floating in 1)measure down to the ground, recovering the lake, where we used to swim like children, under the sun was there to shine. That time we used to be happy. Well, I thought we were. But the truth was that you had been 2)longing to leave me, not daring to tell me. On that precious night, watching the lake, vaguely 3)conscious, you said: “Our story is ending.”
The rain was killing the last days of summer. You had been killing my last breath of love, since a long time ago. I still don’t think I’m gonna make it through another love story. You took it all away from me. And there I stand, I knew I was going to be the one left behind. But still I’m watching the lake, vaguely conscious, and I know my life is ending.
