Product Description
Life Without Limits helps you clarify what you want in every area of your life. By using Bassett’s powerful techniques you will change; therefore your life will change. You control your life. And only you can take steps to change it. Life Without Limits helps you take back your power.
Life Without Limits helps you to achieve satisfaction and fulfillment personally, professionally, and financially. Once you have defined what success means for you, you will clarify your dreams and start pursuing them.
Product Details
l Published in: 2001-12
l Released on: 2001-12-24
l Original language: English
l Dimensions: 5.3 x 0.7 x 8 inches
l Binding: Paperback
l 304 pages
About the Author
Lucinda Bassett is the founder and CEO of one of the most successful self-help companies in the country, the Midwest Center for Stress and Anxiety, Inc. Author of the national bestseller From Panic to Power, Lucinda Bassett produces and hosts the award-winning infomercial, Attacking Anxiety. She has shared her techniques with such clients as McDonalds, Chrysler, and AT&T. She has appeared on numerous talk shows, including Operah and The View, and been featured in Family Circle, Reader’s Digest, and many more.
Customer Reviews
This book has helped me to gain hope and courage to cope with all my fears and worries. Lucinda writes with such a great understanding and sympathy. She herself had problems with panic and worry. Her positive thinking tips are easy to follow. I don’t get lost in a lot of mental problems. It’s as if she were holding your hand, sitting right beside you, cheering you on! I believe I can do anything I set my mind to after reading this book. However, there are some other readers holding the contrary views.
1.What is Life Without Limits about?
A. It shows readers what Lucinda Bassett is.
B. It encourages readers to realize their dreams.
C. It describes how hard the actual life is.
D. It implies it is hard to control your life.
2.Lucinda Bassett works as all the following except _______.
A. hostess B. teacher
C. writer D. businesswoman
3.We can conclude from the last paragraph that _______.
A. Lucinda has made a lot of money from the book
B. all the customers have some mental problems
C. Lucinda talks with the customer face to face
D. all the customers don’t agree with what Lucinda wrote
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When I got the driving license last summer, Mom and I took our first trip around an empty parking lot. Then I found that my mother was not the best teacher for me. It wasn't that she shouted, or told me that I was doing poorly. As you can imagine, my mother's "helpful instructions" only managed to make me more nervous.
Since I could no longer practice with her, the job was placed in the hands of my father. The idea of learning from Dad was not one that thrilled me. I loved him dearly, but I just did not see Dad as someone I could be comfortable learning from. He almost never talked. We shared a typical father-daughter relationship. He'd ask how school was, and I'd say it was fine. Unfortunately, that was the most of our conversations. Spending hours alone with someone who might as well have been a stranger really scared me.
As we got into the car that first time, I was not surprised at what happened. Dad and I drove around, saying almost nothing, aside from a few instructions on how to turn. As my lessons went on, however, things began to change. Dad would turn the radio up so I could fully appreciate his favorite Stones music. And he actually began talking. I was soon hearing about past failed dates, "basic body" gym class, and other tales from his past, including some of his first meeting with Mom.
Dad’s sudden chattiness was shocking until I thought about why he was telling me so much in the car. In all the years that I had wondered why my father never spoke that much, I had never stopped to consider that it was because I had never bothered to listen. Homework, friends, and even TV had all called me away from him, and, consequently, I never thought my quiet father had anything to say.
Since I began driving with him, my driving skill has greatly increased. More important, though, is that my knowledge of who my father is has also increased. Just living with him wasn't enough— it took driving with him for me to get to know someone who was a mystery.
1.The author couldn't practice driving with her mother because.
A. she couldn't talk with her mother
B. her mother made her nervous
C. her father wanted to teach her
D. she didn't trust her mother
2.At first, the idea of learning driving from her father made her.
A. happy B. disappointed
C. satisfied D. uneasy
3.What surprised the author when the driving lessons went on?
A. Her Dad was a chatty person. B. Her Dad was the best teacher.
C. Her Dad liked modern music. D. Her Dad told her his sad stories.
4.With her story "Car Talk", the author indicates that.
A. fathers love their daughters dearly
B. family members need real communication
C. mothers are less patient than fathers
D. it takes time to improve the father-daughter relationship
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For career changers thinking about growth and advancement potential, forget the blue-collar and white-collar categories: Green is the way to go. According to Bracken Hendricks, a senior fellow at the Center for Global Progress, careers that promote environmental responsibility will become main stream within a decade. “The growth in green careers will be like the Internet boom, which not only created new jobs, but also had an influence on the overall economy,” he says.
The increasing environmental problems and need for eco-friendly products and services are creating a new job section of green-collar jobs. Many countries of the world have realized the importance and need for energy-saving products and services. It is expected that by 2025 about 25% of the jobs in developed countries will be of green-collar jobs. Doesn’t the data look promising for the future?
Green-collar jobs have become a bright career chances for all. And jobs will pop up at every income level, from environmental manager to gardener. For example, many countries including the United States have understood that fossil fuels have negative effect on the environment which can later become a serious danger to mankind. As a result, possibilities are being explored to find alternatives to satisfy demands in a better way. The increasing demand of newer resources has creating the need for experts and researchers who can find better ways to deal with the ongoing needs. In addition, in order to meet the increasing demands of environment-friendly equipment, both green product designer and educated and trained workers are needed. Management of environmental organizations also demands a large number of environmental managers.
Where can you find green-collar jobs? Internet is undoubtedly the best way to find information on almost any matter. Nowadays, different kinds of jobs are being posted online. Search through a couple of job websites to look for a bright future in energy conversion and recycling of waste management. Check regularly and find the right work for yourself. People who read newspapers can also find different kinds of green-collar jobs.
1.Why does Bracken Hendricks mention the Internet Boom in Paragraph One?
A. To explain the importance of technology.
B. To provide evidence of his recent research.
C. To inform us of the way of finding green-collar jobs.
D. To indicate the bright future of green careers.
2.Which of the following probably creates green-collar jobs?
A. Promoting services.
B. Developing new resources.
C. Consuming fossil fuels.
D. Training employees.
3.What is mainly talked about in Paragraph 3?
A. The requirements for green employees.
B. The development of the green industry.
C. The job chances in the environmental industry.
D. The economic influence of green careers.
4.The passage is written to _______.
A. discuss eco-friendly services
B. suggest ways of saving energy at work
C. introduce promising career chances
D. explain the best method of finding jobs
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Boys’ schools are the perfect place to teach young men to express their emotions and involve them in activities such as art, dance and music．
Far from the traditional image of a culture of aggressive masculinity(男子气概)，the absence of girls gives boys the chance to develop without pressure to be consistent to a stereotype(传统观念)，a US study says．
Boys at single-sex schools were said to be more likely to get involved in cultural and artistic activities that helped develop their abilities to express their emotions，rather than feeling they had to obey the“boy code”of hiding their emotions to be a “real man”．
The findings of the study are against the received wisdom that boys do better when taught alongside girls．
Tony Little，headmaster of Eton，warned that boys were being ignored by the British education system because it had become too focused on girls．He criticized teachers for failing to recognize that boys are actually more emotional than girls．
The research argued that boys often perform badly in mixed schools because they become discouraged when their female peers do better earlier in speaking and reading skills．
But in single-sex schools teachers can adjust lessons to boys’ learning style，letting them move around the classroom and getting them to compete in teams to prevent boredom，wrote the study’s author, Abigail James of the University of Virginia．
Teachers could encourage boys to enjoy reading and writing with “boy-focused” approaches such as themes and characters that appeal to them．Because boys generally have sharper vision，learn best through touch, and are physically more active，they need to be given “hands-on”lessons where they are allowed to walk around．“Boys in mixed schools view classical music as feminine(女性的)and prefer the modem type in which violence and sexism are major themes.” James wrote．
Single-sex education also made it less likely that boys would feel they had to give in to a stereotype that men should be “masterful and in charge” in relationships．“In mixed schools boys feel pressed to act like men before they understand themselves well enough to know what that means.” the study reported.
1.The author believes that a single-sex school would ．
A.force boys to hide their emotions to be “real men”
B.help to form masculine aggressiveness in boys
C.encourage boys to express their emotions more freely
D.naturally place emphasis on the traditional image of a man to boys
2.It is commonly believed that in a mixed school boys ．
A.perform ly better B.grow up more healthily
C.behave more responsibly D.receive a better education
3.What does Tony Little say about the British education system?
A.It fails more boys than girls academically．
B.It focuses more on mixed school education．
C.It fails to give boys the attention they need．
D.It places more pressure on boys than on girls．
4.According to Abigail James，one of the advantages of single-sex schools is ．
A. teaching can be designed to promote boys’ team spirit
B.boys can focus on their lessons without being absent-minded
C.boys can choose to learn whatever they are interested in
D. teaching can be adapted to suit the characteristics of boys
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Bad breath can be a major problem. The good news is that it can often be prevented with some simple steps.
Bad breath is caused by certain bacteria that grow in the mouth. When you don't brush regularly, bacteria accumulate in your mouth and between your teeth. 1. Certain foods, especially ones like garlic and onions that contain pungent (辛辣的）oils, can contribute to bad breath because the oils are carried to your lungs and out through your mouth. 2. Some people think that as long as you brush your teeth, you shouldn't have bad breath. 3. That, however, just doesn't remove the smell. To sufficiently clean all the surfaces of your teeth, you should brush for at least 2 minutes at least twice a day.
Many people believe that if you breathe into your hand, you'll know when you have bad breath. But it’s wrong! 4. When you talk, you tend to bring out the smell from the back of your mouth (where bad breath starts), which simply breathing doesn't do. Also, because we tend to get used to our own smells, it's hard for a person to tell if he or she has bad breath.
If you’re concerned about bad breath, make sure you’re taking care of your teeth and mouth properly. If you brush properly and visit your dentist for regular cleanings but your bad breath persists, you may have a medical problem. 5. They can figure out if something else is behind your bad breath and help you take care of it.
A. These bacteria make your breath smell.
B. In that case, call your doctor or dentist.
C. Smoking is also a major cause of bad breath.
D. Remember to brush your tongue, too — bacteria love to hang out there.
E. The truth is that most people only brush their teeth for 30 to 45 seconds.
F. When you breathe, the smell bounced back by your hand can be easily sensed.
G. When you breathe, you don^ use your throat the same way you do when you talk.
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阅读下面短文,从短文后各题所给的四个选项(A、B、C和D)中,选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
That Christmas Eve, the streets of Boston were crowded with tourists and locals in various clothes. It seemed that everyone was accompanied by someone else laughing. , I was alone.
My was in Puerto Rico. My family and friends had gone home during their holiday break. Dusk was falling, and the inevitable (不可避免的) to my empty apartment brought tears to my eyes. I someonewould come out of their homes to ask me inside to a room with a Christmas tree decorated with presents.
I stopped at the local market, feeling even more as people filled their baskets with goodies, which me of the gifts we received as children in Puerto Rico on Christmas Day. I my family parties: the dancing. Thinking of this, I wanted to for being alone.
In front of the church down the , a manger (马槽) had been set up, with Mary, Joseph, and the barn (畜棚) animals in expectation of the of baby Jesus in the midnight. I stood with my neighbors watching the . As I walked home, I realized that the of Joseph and Mary wandering from door to door seeking shelter was much like my own history. Puerto Rico was still a wound in my heart as I with what I had become in 15 years in the United States. I’d regretted the losses, but I for the first time and recognized what I’d gained. I was independent, educated, healthy, and adventurous. My life was before me, full of possibility.
Sometimes the best gift is the one you yourself. That Christmas, I gave myself credit for what I’d so far and permission to go forward, unafraid. It is the best I’ve ever received, the one that I most treasure.
1.A.Once B. However C.Besides D.Therefore
2.A.destination B. dream C.office D.hometown
3.A.return B.adaption C.attraction D.invitation
4.A.lied B.thought C.wished D.believed
5.A.close B.noisy C.splendid D.warm
6.A.pleased B.depressed C.amazed D.moved
7.A.reminded B.informed C.told D.excused
8.A.organized B.attended C.missed D.enjoyed
9.A.complain B.cry C.hope D.look
10.A.street B.market C.room D.apartment
11.A.recovery B.treatment C.arrival D.celebration
12.A.program B.growth C.film D.scene
13.A.love B.kindness C.story D.shadow
14.A.Leaving B.Seeing C.Visiting D.Blaming
15.A.lived B.fought C.agreed D.struggled
16.A.desired B.wanted C.gained D.lost
17.A.still B.already C.never D.even
18.A.press B.give C.attract D.imagine
19.A.planned B.valued C.shared D.accomplished
20.A.lesson B.thank C.gift D.letter
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阅读下面材料,在空白处填入适当的内容(1个单词)或括号内单词的正确形式。
Teachers at American colleges and universities have many different teaching methods. Some teachers give homework and check homework every day, 1. students in their classes have 2. (take) many exams. Some teachers give only writing 3. (task). Some teachers always follow a course outline and usually use the textbook. Others send students 4. the library for tasks.
The atmosphere in some classrooms is very formal, 5. students call their teachers Professor Smith, Mrs Jones and 6. on. Some teachers wear business clothes and give talks. Other classrooms have an informal atmosphere. Students and teachers discuss 7. ideas. Teachers dress 8. (formal), and students call them by their first names. American teachers are different in their teaching styles.
At most American colleges and universities, libraries and learning centers can 9. (use) by students at any time. They can often use tape recorders, video machines and computers. They can buy books, notebooks and 10.things at campus stores. There are also services for students. They can get advice on their problems from their teachers. Colleges and universities usually offer facilities to students. Some schools have swimming pools and tennis courts. Most have fast food restaurants.
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假定英语课上老师要求同桌之间交换修改作文，请你修改你同桌写的以下作文。文中共有10处语言错误，每句中最多有两处。每处错误仅涉及一个单词的增加、删除或修改。
增加：在缺词处加一个漏字符号（∧），并在其下面写出该加的词。
删除：把多余的词用斜线（﹨）划掉。
修改：在错的词下划一横线，并在该词下面写出修改后的词。
注意：1.每处错误及其修改均仅限一词；
2.只允许修改10处，多者（从第11处起）不计分。
Nowadays, mobile phones are become more and more popular in the middle school students. In my opinion, we can bring mobile phones to school. As we know, the 21st century is a modern age and full of informations. A mobile phone is one of the quicker tools for us to exchange messages. The mobile phone is a fashionable and useful invention, but we ought to make the best use of it. Suppose there’s sudden accident, it is more conveniently for us to dial for help immediately. There’re also some games in the mobile phone. We can relax us by playing them when we’re tired of our studies. In my opinion, It’s not wrong to follow after the fashion, but the most important thing is that to use the mobile phone in a right way.
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近年，幸福观的讨论引起了社会广泛关注。那么，幸福究竟是什么？巧的是，你的英语课本中有一个单元涉及到这个话题，该单元的Project部分要求学生制作一个Happiness Handbook，请根据以下提示写一篇短文，以装订到你们小组的Happiness Handbook里。
提示：有人说，幸福是获取（锦衣美食，家人朋友的呵护，……）
有人说，幸福是给予（帮助别人，奉献社会，……）
我认为……
注意：
第一节 对所给要点逐一陈述，适当发挥，不要简单翻译；
第二节 词数120左右。开头已写好，不计入总词数；
第三节 文中不得提及个人身份信息（如真实姓名，学校名称等。
Recently, different surveys as to what happiness is have been conducted on different media, which has raised wide public concern. What is happiness? Different people have different ideas.
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