Put your records on

Put Your Records On

by Corinne Bailey Rae

Three little birds, sat on my window.
And they told me I don't need to worry.
Summer came like cinnamon so sweet,
Little girls double-dutch on the concrete.
Maybe sometimes, we've got it wrong, but it's alright
The more things seem to change, the more they stay the same
Oh, don't you hesitate.

Chorus: Girl, put your records on, tell me your favourite song
         You go ahead, let your hair down
         Sapphire and faded jeans, I hope you get your dreams,
         Just go ahead, let your hair down.
         You're going to find yourself somewhere, somehow.

Blue as the sky, sunburnt and lonely,
Sipping tea in a bar by the roadside, just relax, just relax .
Don't you let those other boys fool you, got to love that afro hair do.
Maybe sometimes, we feel afraid, but it's alright
The more you stay the same, the more they seem to change.
Don't you think it's strange? (Repeat chorus)

It was more than I could take, pity for pity's sake
Some nights kept me awake, I thought that I was stronger
When you going to realise, that you don't even have to try any longer?
Do what you want to! (Repeat chorus x 2)

Glossary:

double dutch on the concrete = playing games outside

put your records on = listen to music

let your hair down = have fun

find yourself = understand things and be happy

sipping = drinking slowly

afro hairdo = African hair style

more than I could take = too many problems

pity for pity’s sake = being sad for no reason

Glossary Leisure Time

Glossary (more from the theoretical part):

1. Frequently: often

2. Annually: yearly

3. Pub: bar (beer)

4. Quiz night: party with a quiz activity

5. Admission: permission to enter

6. Nemesis: sth that person can't achieve

7. Oblivion: the state of forgetting 

8. Dim: not bright 

9. Chumminess: friendly, sociable 

10.  Fusion: the state of being fused

11. Pure: clear

12. Pop up: appear 

13. income: something that comes or being received 

14. Competence: adequacy 

15. Profound: originating in 

16. Tardiness: late

17. Savor: a particular taste or smell 

18. Premise: a proposition supporting 

19. Errands: a short and quick trip to accomplish a specific purpose

20. Payroll: to fund

21. Wretched: very unfortunate 

22. Empowering: inspiring 

23. Puttering: to busy or occupy oneself 

Teens’ Leisure Time

         Obviously, teenagers all over the world spend their leisure time differently. However, there are always some trends that we can clearly see and analyze. According to "Healthy Families BC", teenagers need free time to explore their own interests, be with friends or just unwind. But do they usually manage their free time properly? We'll figure this out.

        

         First and foremost, trends have always depended on the opportunities. As Ulrich Reinhardt said during his TEDx speech, "People went to the museums, people went to theatres because there were not too much other things to do", generally, it sums up that leisure activities depend on the technology development. Frankly speaking, 70s teens weren't that addicted to social media, due to the fact that there was no Internet. Needless to say that everybody had no clue that it would ever be a thing. Taking into account only our generation, there are just some activities teens adore to do: social media, going out, play sports. Moreover, hobbies come in all shapes and sizes. Generally speaking, I'd rather say that nowadays teens are just forced to use social media and, at the same time, they're able to choose any activity because the variety is tremendous. According to "Leisure time 3.0", we should start expecting less from technical development and more from ourselves. That's so true. 

         You might not know this but Laura Vanderkam during her speech on TED once said:"But when most of us have bits of time, what do we do? Pull out the phone, right?". That's the worst problem for teens nowadays, isn't it? Well, "maybe we should not just think about what the future will look like, but rather how we want the future to be like". Starting now, we may save a lot of precious time. 

Check out these sites for more information:

1. How to gain control over your free time

2. Leisure time 3.0

3. Healthy families bc

Glossary (used):

1. Trends: a prevailing tendency  

2. Unwind: to undo

3. Manage time: gain control over time

4. No clue: no idea

5. In all shapes and sizes: different 

6. Forced to: pressed to do

7. Tremendous: extraordinarily great

8. Variety: discrepancy

9. Precious: very valuable

10. Obvious: clear to understand 

11. Expect from ourselves: to be full of faith in ourselves 

12. Sums up: total

13. Bits of time: a little more of a free time

14. Pull out: take from

Bullying in Social Media

         Basically, all the bullies on the internet stand out with the one thing to say:"You're never good enough". Is it true? No way. Moreover, society expects us to fit in, to look a certain way and to do certain things. "You're not skinny enough" or "You just need to consume less calories, what's the problem"? There is a definition of beauty and if you don't fit in that frames then you will probably be bullied.

         Since the internet started to enter our lives more and more, we started to depend on different opinions. To be more precise, there are a few reasons why. First and foremost, everyone is quite brave to show up and judge people on the Internet. Generally speaking, he would never say it straight to your face, he actually would rather comment on your Instagram photo. I can say without any the least hesitation that it's relatable to the majority of teenagers these days. 

         Secondly, you're forced to live openly. Just think about it for a second, social media is everywhere, in every sphere of your life. Human is a social creature, you can't really live without any interactions. However, it means to be "online" and to be "interactive" in the 21st century. The century when gadgets have overcome the stage of the "just technology". It's a lifestyle now. For this very reason, I can't but say that you're just forced to be somewhere on the internet.

         Bullying has really become "a thing". You might not know this but bullying is actually the reason of children's' anxiety and depression. Internet bullying might grow into even suicidal thought and, unfortunately, suicide. Not surprisingly that if you're being constantly told to be "ugly, stupid, fat" than your self-esteem becomes nothing. You can't feel okay being just yourself.

         Nevertheless, there is just one way out. Everyone, literally, everyone needs to accept people for who they are. Obviously, everyone is unique and different, that's the point. Unfortunately, bullies still exist. 

Social Media (Practice 1)

The Internet has created a whole new world of social communications or social networking for young people who are using e-mail, Web sites, instant messaging, chat rooms and text messaging to stay in touch with friends and make new ones. While most interactions are positive, new technologies have given young people a new and powerful platform from which to target peers through social networking. One effect that...

One effect that stands out the most is isolation. Needless to say that social media is no more than a solid illusion of society. There is no way teenagers are learning to communicate with people properly. In addition, there is just a misunderstanding, due to the fact that a text can't be understood as it was expected. It depends on intonation, mood, and context, there is an enormous diversity of ways to understand just one message. Moreover, emotions are not in touch with social media. Frankly speaking, you may define other person's emotions and feelings only through his eyes and his instant reaction. So, how can you feel the person through smartphone screen? Well, only if you text them in case to invite them to a dinner. 

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Entertainment

Speaking about entertainment, I can't but say that YouTube is a huge, enormous video hosting, which is immensely popular with people all ages. In case you re bored, there is a list of YouTube channels that you may visit to entertain youself!

First and foremost, Lilly Singh, mostly known by the name "Superwoman". You might not know this but she graduated from the college with a degree in Psychology. However, she makes high-quality videos, writes scripts and stands by the strong ideas and beliefs. For instance, she has fightied for equality for a long time, she has even started campaign, called "Girl love" in case to unite people in a certain way. Moreover, she has over thirteen million subscribers. Easy to say that it's just a hype. Nevertheless, it won't be very true, due to the fact that she works hard every day and her credo is "Hustle harder". I can say without any the least hesitation that she is  truly inspiring person!

Check it out: Main chanel
Check it out: SuperwomanVlog

Secondly, entertainment doesn't always mean to be shows or comedy, it may lso be something inspiring and motivation. Venya is a vlogger, he catch up every single moment of his crazy life. Generally, he vlogs his life in the USA and helps people with learning english language. He moved to the LA from Surgut when he turned eighteen , ince then he has gone through college, different jobs and hobbies. By the way, he is an actor, producer, singer, he basically does everything possibly to be successful. He nailed it. With over 500 thousand subscrribers he shines bright from this list of inspiring people.

Checjk it out: Venya

Overall, YouTube is not only the source of fun videos, it may be a special way to motivate and educate yourself.

NewSela time-management

1. Megan Red Shirt-Shaw

         Megan is a member of the Oglala Sioux Tribe in Pine Ridge. Generally speaking, she is a native American. She is a shining example of people, who know how to set priorities in their lives. 

          Quote:"Almost one year ago, I packed three suitcases and moved 3,000 miles to start at the Harvard Graduate School of Education. I felt like I was carrying every native student I loved with me, along with my mother, father, sister, brother and niece. Standing here, I continue to carry all of those first day voices, but now I also carry all of you, as well." 

         It was so hard for her to move and chase her dreams. However, she had set priorities. Time-management is actually all about achieving your goals. The moral is that you need to take risks and know your priorities. 

Check it out: Megan's story

2. A Wrinkle in Time

         Quote: "A Wrinkle in Time" was first published in 1962. Back then, stories about smart, young females who liked science were scarce, but author Madeline L'Engle was nothing if not a visionary, and so was her book's main character, Meg Murry." 

         This story is about a great timing. Meg, the main character, was the one to show that anyone, female or male, can achieve goals in any spheres of life. She set her goals and then she made a huge, enormous success. 

On March 9, 2018, a Disney movie version of "A Wrinkle in Time" will hit theaters. Meg will continue to send the important message that science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) careers are not just for boys and men. 

         Those are the professions, which require the skill of time-management. Tip: if you have an exact strategy, then you can set goals in any aspects of life, whether it's more "men's" or "women's" profession. 

Check it out: What a book!

3. Baldwin 

         It's an inspiring story of the successful author, James Baldwin. He really had no time, due to his responsibility to work and support his family financially. 

Quote:"After graduating high school in 1942, Baldwin had to put his plans for college on hold to help support his family, which included seven younger children. He took whatever work he could find, including laying railroad tracks for the U.S. Army in New Jersey. "

         Nevertheless, he got rid of any time wasters and started to chase his dream -share ideas through storytelling.

 "While working odd jobs to support himself, Baldwin began writing his first novel. He also started getting essays and short stories published in various national magazines."

He had a strict schedule but he had never been multitasking, Tip: you can get all the things done just if you concentrate enough to save time. 

Check it out: James's story

My own clever school

         In South Korea, some children study for ten hours a day, six days a week. To my mind, it's too exhausting even for young adults, not to say that it's stressful and harmful for children's minds. For this very reason, I'd love to introduce you to the new system of the "clever school". By the way, it's a plan for children aged seven to eleven. 

         First of all, the school called "YouthCan" will include 10 classes with 20 students in each. Needless to mention that school needs to be mixed because there is no proper socialization in single-sex classes. In addition, schools uniform won't be that strict in this age group. The most important segment - subjects. I'd rather say that credit system would fit ideally. Literally, it means that there are some general subjects that you have to get and some subjects are open to everyone by choice. This system will provide children with a wide-range choice of skills they want to improve or get. Basically, it makes education more interactive and flexible. 

         Scheduling won't be that hard to understand, just a Pomodoro system. 30 minutes for learning, in case to concentrate better and 5 to 10 minutes for breaks. 

         However, I'd rather add more languages to general subjects, due to the fact that children's mind is more accepting of any linguistical material. All in all, the general idea is to make school more enjoyable and flexible.