Vocabulary - The Vocabulary of Calm

Study the vocabulary list and complete the activities below.

• To take a step back: To pause an activity to look at the situation more clearly.
  • Before making a decision, I need to take a step back and think.
• Hustle culture: A lifestyle where working hard all the time is the main goal.
  • Hustle culture makes people believe that resting is a waste of time.
• To be overwhelmed: To feel that you have too much to deal with.
  • I am completely overwhelmed by the number of emails I received today.
• To unplug: To disconnect from technology and the internet.
  • We rented a cabin in the woods to completely unplug for the weekend.
• Mindful: Conscious or aware of the present moment.
  • Eating slowly makes you more mindful of the flavors in your food.
• Badge of honor: A mark or expression of pride (sometimes used ironically).
  • Being stressed shouldn't be worn as a badge of honor.

ACTIVITIES

Activity 1: Fill in the Gaps

Fill in the blanks with the correct words from the vocabulary list.

1. When you feel by your studies, it is important to take a break.

2. I try to be more when I walk to work, noticing the trees and the sky.

3. Social media promotes a that is very damaging to our mental health.

4. This weekend, I am going to leave my laptop at work and .

Activity 2: Match to a Synonym or Definition

1. To be overwhelmed
Select... A) To pause and analyze a situation. B) Aware of the present moment. C) Having too much to handle; stressed.

2. To take a step back
Select... A) To pause and analyze a situation. B) Aware of the present moment. C) Having too much to handle; stressed.

3. Mindful
Select... A) To pause and analyze a situation. B) Aware of the present moment. C) Having too much to handle; stressed.