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Never Lose Hope
Especial thx goes to Roshana Jan for sharing it😍😘❤️
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"The Magical Garden"
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Once upon a time in a quaint village, there was a young girl named Lily. She had moved to this village from a far-off land, eager to start a new chapter in her life. One sunny morning, she decided to explore the village and its surroundings.
As she wandered through the narrow, cobblestone streets, she came across an old man who was tending to a garden filled with vibrant, colorful flowers. The garden was like a burst of sunshine on that beautiful day.
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Lily approached the old man and introduced herself, struggling a bit with the local language. The man smiled kindly and welcomed her. He offered her a tour of his garden, using simple words and gestures.
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In the garden, Lily discovered the most amazing flowers she had ever seen. There were roses that sparkled like diamonds, tulips that sang when the wind rustled through their petals, and daffodils that emitted a soft, soothing fragrance. The old man explained that this garden was magical and had been in his family for generations.
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Lily was enchanted by the garden and spent hours there, learning about each unique flower. She found herself feeling more connected to her new home and the people in the village.
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Over the weeks and months, the old man and Lily continued to communicate and share stories about their lives, bridging the language barrier. Lily eventually learned the local language with the help of her new friend.
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One day, as they sat in the garden, the old man handed Lily a small, magical seed. He explained that if she planted it in her own garden, it would bring joy and unity to her life. Grateful for the friendship and the lessons she had received, Lily took the seed with a smile.
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Years passed, and Lily's garden grew into a magnificent tapestry of color and harmony, much like the old man's. The magical seed had indeed brought joy and unity to her life. She often thought of the old man and the beautiful, magical garden that had helped her find her place in the world.
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And so, the story of Lily and the magical garden became a legend in the village, a tale of friendship and the universal language of nature, which transcended words and brought people together, no matter where they came from.
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◾️some Idioms and Expressions
▪️Make someone’s hair stand on end
terrify someone
▪️The horror film really made my hair stand on end.
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▪️Curl someone's hair
frighten or shock someone
▪️The thought of having to live alone in a haunted bungalow curled my hair.
▪️Get in someone's hair
annoy someone
▪️I should get something to keep the kids occupied so that they don't get in my hair while I'm working.
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▪️A hair's breadth
a very small distance or amount
We shall not give up now – success is within a hair’s breadth.
▪️Hair-raising
very frightening
Walking through the thick forest was a hair-raising experience.
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▪️Have a bad hair day
feel unattractive or unhappy all day
▪️My computer is having a bad hair day today – it just doesn’t work properly.
▪️Let your hair down
relax and enjoy yourself
▪️Everybody should let their hair down once in a while.
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▪️Split hairs
to argue over unimportant details
▪️Don't waste time splitting hairs. Accept it the way it is.
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🔸When you don't want the speaker to repeat the point
🔹So you said.
🔹I get the point.
🔹All right, already.
🔹I heard you, already.
🔹Stop harping on that subject.
🔹You are preaching to the choir.
🔹You sound like a broken record.
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🔸When you stop a person from speaking
🔹Some things are better left unsaid.
🔹Don't waste your breath.
🔹Keep it to yourself.
🔹Spare me the story.
🔹Save it!
🔹Shut up! (Impolite.)
🔹Zip up your mouth!
🔹Give it a rest!
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🔸When you want to return to your point
🔹What was I saying?
🔹Where was I?
🔹What were we talking about?
🔹I've lost my train of thought for a moment.
🔹I'm a little absent-minded.
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🔸5.29 When you want a person to speak in simple language
🔹Give it to me in plain English.
🔹What does that mean in plain English?
🔹Stop circumventing the issue.
🔹Stop speaking in circles.
🔹Put your cards on the table.
🔹Don't beat around the bush.
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🔸 When you express understanding
🔹I understand.
🔹I see.
🔹I get it.
🔹I got it.
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🔸 When you want to interrupt and add some information
🔹I'm sorry to interrupt, but you're not exactly right.
🔹I beg your pardon, but I don't think that's entirely correct.
🔹May I interrupt for a minute?
🔹Can I say something?
🔹Can I add something here?
🔹Can I put in my two cents' worth?
🔹If I may.
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🔸When you want to highlight the seriousness of your point
🔹I'm dead serious.
🔹I'm not kidding.
🔹No kidding.
🔹No pun intended.
🔹Joking aside.
🔹What's funny?
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#shortstory #story
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"How to be remembered"
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In the monastery of Sceta, Abbot Lucas gathered the brothers together
for a sermon.
'May you all be forgotten,' he said.
'But why?' one of the brothers asked. 'Does that mean that our example can never serve to help someone in need?'
'In the days when everyone was just, no one paid any attention to people who behaved in an exemplary manner,' replied the abbot.
'Everyone did their best, never thinking that by behaving thus they were doing their duty by their brother. They loved their neighbour because they understood that this was part of life and they were merely obeying a law of nature. They shared their possessions in order not to accumulate more than they could carry, for journeys lasted a whole lifetime. They lived together in freedom, giving and receiving, making no demands on others and blaming no one. That is why their deeds were never spoken of and that is why they left no stories.
If only we could achieve the same thing now: to make goodness such an ordinary thing that there would be no need to praise those who practice it.
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Culture control refers to the influence of societal norms, values, and traditions on an individual's way of living. When culture control is excessively rigid or oppressive, it can have negative effects on one's life in several ways:
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Limited Personal Freedom: Strict cultural norms can limit personal freedom and autonomy, dictating choices related to clothing, relationships, and even career paths. This can lead to a lack of individual self-expression.
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Social Pressure: Conforming to cultural expectations can exert significant social pressure. People may feel compelled to conform to these norms, even if it conflicts with their personal beliefs or desires, leading to stress and anxiety.
Stifled Creativity: A culture that discourages creativity and innovation can hinder personal and societal progress. When original thinking and new ideas are discouraged, it can lead to stagnation.
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Intolerance and Discrimination: Some cultures promote prejudice or discrimination based on factors like race, gender, or religion. This can lead to a hostile and divisive society, fostering stereotypes and biases.
Mental Health Impact: Conforming to a culture that goes against an individual's true self can lead to psychological distress, contributing to issues like depression, anxiety, and a sense of alienation.
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Repression of Diversity: Cultures that reject diversity can suppress valuable contributions from various perspectives and backgrounds, limiting growth and development.
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Lack of Adaptability: Overly controlled cultures may resist change and adapt poorly to evolving circumstances, which can hinder societal progress and resilience.
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Isolation from Global Trends: Cultural control can isolate a society from global trends and opportunities, potentially resulting in economic and social disadvantages.
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I went to the cinema tomorrow I had a front seat at the back I bought a plain bun with currents in I ate it and gave it them back I went down a straight road with bends in and I saw a dead donkey dying so I picked up a stone I couldn't lift and not the donkey flying.
One fine day in the middle of the night two dead men got up to fight back to back they face each other drew their swords and shot each other a paralyzed donkey passing by kick the blind man in the eye knocked him through a rubber wall into a dry ditch and drown them all
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If a fella met a fella in a field of fishes would a fella tell a fella where his belly itches
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I'm not a pheasent plucker.
I'm a pheasant pluckers són.
I'm sitting plucking pheasants
Till the pheasant pluckers comes
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Someone once told me, "You have a tendency to twist people's meanings to suit yourself."
I replied, "I'll take that as a compliment."
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I went to a wedding and they played "The Twist" so I did the Twist, then they played "Macerena" so I did the Macerena then they played "Come On Eileen"
And was asked to leave.
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A man is stranded on a deserted island for years...
Once there was a guy stuck on a deserted island, feeling hopeless. Then, he found a lamp half-buried in the sand. So, he gave it a rub, and guess what? A genie popped out! The genie said, "I'll grant you three wishes, but here's the twist: your ex-wife gets double of whatever you wish for."
The guy thought for a moment and said, "Alright, for my first wish, I want a billion dollars!" Poof! He got a billion dollars, and his ex-wife got two billion.
Undeterred, he said, "For my second wish, I want a mansion on a private island!" Poof! He had a stunning mansion, and his ex-wife ended up with two mansions on two private islands.
Now, feeling clever, he said, "For my last wish, I'll have a mild heart attack
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Math Teacher: "If I have 5 bottles in one hand and 6 in the other hand, what do I have?"
Student: "A drinking problem."
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People demand freedom of speech as a compensation for the freedom of thought which they seldom use.
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A boy is selling fish on a corner. To get his customers' attention, he is yelling, "Dam fish for sale! Get your dam fish here!" A pastor hears this and asks, "Why are you calling them 'dam fish.'" The boy responds, "Because I caught these fish at the local dam." The pastor buys a couple fish, takes them home to his wife, and asks her to cook the dam fish. The wife responds surprised, "I didn't know it was acceptable for a preacher to speak that way." He explains to her why they are dam fish. Later at the dinner table, he asks his son to pass the dam fish. He responds, "That's the spirit, Dad! Now pass the f*cking potatoes!"
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Why did I get divorced? Well, last week was my birthday. My wife didn't wish me a happy birthday. My parents forgot and so did my kids. I went to work and even my colleagues didn't wish me a happy birthday. As I entered my office, my secretary said, "Happy birthday, boss!" I felt so special. She asked me out for lunch. After lunch, she invited me to her apartment. We went there and she said, "Do you mind if I go into the bedroom for a minute?" "Okay," I said. She came out 5 minutes later with a birthday cake, my wife, my parents, my kids, my friends, & my colleagues all yelling, "SURPRISE!!!" while I was waiting on the sofa... naked.
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What does a nearsighted gynecologist and a puppy have in common?
Both have a wet nose
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