Vocabulary - Expressions for a Calmer Life

Study the vocabulary list and complete the activities below.

• To take it easy: To relax and avoid working too hard.
  • The doctor told me to take it easy this week.
• To wind down: To relax slowly after a busy or stressful time.
  • Reading helps me wind down before going to sleep.
• Peace and quiet: A calm environment with no noise or stress.
  • I moved to the countryside because I wanted peace and quiet.
• Burnout: Extreme tiredness caused by working too much.
  • If you don't take a vacation, you will suffer from burnout.
• Staycation: A vacation spent at home or near your home.
  • We didn't have money to travel, so we had a staycation.
• To chill out: To completely relax (informal).
  • On Sundays, I just want to sit on the sofa and chill out.

ACTIVITIES

Activity 1: Fill in the Gaps

1. Turn off the loud music, please! I just want some .

2. Many young professionals are experiencing because of long working hours.

3. Instead of flying to Miami, we are having a in our city this summer.

4. You look very stressed. You need to !

Activity 2: Match to a Synonym or Definition

1. To wind down
Select... A) To relax slowly before bed. B) Extreme stress and tiredness from work. C) Not working hard; resting.

2. To take it easy
Select... A) To relax slowly before bed. B) Extreme stress and tiredness from work. C) Not working hard; resting.

3. Burnout
Select... A) To relax slowly before bed. B) Extreme stress and tiredness from work. C) Not working hard; resting.