Conversation: Breaking a habit of sleeping a lot

 WARM-UP: Describe the pictures




  • What's the one bad habit you wish you could easily change?
  • Are you a heavy or light sleeper?
  • What is considered a bad habit in your country?

Exercise A: VOCABULARY.  Read and figure out the meaning of the words and phrases below.

lethargic
having trouble
hitting snooze
that can be tough
establishing
consistent 
sounds like a good idea
aim
reasonable
under the covers
pretty common
burst of energy


Exercise B: Read the conversation.




👧🏻Mercy: 

Hi Rio, I've been having trouble with sleeping too much lately. I really want to break this habit, but I don't know how to do it.

👧🏼Riojen: 

I understand how you feel. Sleeping too much can actually make you feel more tired and lethargic. Have you tried any strategies to break this habit?

👧🏻Mercy: 

Not really. I've tried setting my alarm early and forcing myself to wake up, but I just end up hitting snooze and going back to sleep.

👧🏼Riojen: 

Hmm, that can be tough. Well, one thing you could try is establishing a consistent sleep schedule. That means going to bed and waking up at the same time every day, even on weekends.

👧🏻Mercy: 

That sounds like a good idea. How many hours of sleep should I aim for?

👧🏼Riojen: 

It really depends on your individual needs, but most adults need between 7-9 hours of sleep per night. You could also try setting an alarm to remind you to go to bed at a reasonable time, so that you get enough rest.

👧🏻Mercy: 

Okay, I'll try that. But what about when I'm actually in bed? I feel like once I'm under the covers, it's hard to resist the temptation to keep sleeping.

👧🏼Riojen: 

I hear you. One thing you could try is making your sleeping environment less comfortable. For example, you could use a less comfortable pillow or blanket, or even sleep on the couch for a few nights to help break the habit.

👧🏻Mercy: 

That's an interesting idea. What about during the day? I find myself getting really sleepy after lunch and then I just want to nap.

👧🏼Riojen: 

That's actually pretty common. One thing you could try is getting up and moving around after lunch, even just for a few minutes. That can help wake you up and give you a burst of energy.

👧🏻Mercy: 

Okay, I'll give those strategies a try. Thanks for your help!

👧🏼Riojen: 

No problem. Breaking a habit can be tough, but with some effort and patience, you can do it! Good luck.






Exercise C: Answer the Questions about the conversation.

  1. Who is struggling with a habit of sleeping too much?
  2. What strategy has Mercy already tried to break the habit?
  3. What is one strategy that Riojen suggests for breaking the habit of sleeping too much?
  4. How many hours of sleep do most adults need according to Riojen?
  5. What suggestion does Riojen offer for making the sleeping environment less comfortable?
  6. What does Riojen suggest for combating daytime sleepiness after lunch?


Exercise D: Choose the appropriate answers.

1. Which of the following words is the best synonym for "lethargic"?
a) Energetic
b) Lively
c) Lacking energy

2. What does the phrase "having trouble" imply?
a) Success
b) Difficulty
c) Certainty

3. What does "hitting snooze" mean?
a) Turning off your alarm clock
b) Delaying getting out of bed
c) Going back to sleep

4. What is "that can be tough" referring to?
a) A challenging situation
b) An easy task
c) A fun activity

5. What is the benefit of "establishing" a routine?
a) Creating unpredictability
b) Increasing chaos
c) Bringing predictability

6. Which word means "regular and unchanging"?
a) Inconsistent
b) Invariable
c) Inconstant

7. Which phrase suggests a good idea?
a) Under the covers
b) Pretty common
c) Sounds like a good idea

8. What is the meaning of "aim"?
a) Purpose
b) Misunderstanding
c) Anger

9. What is the best synonym for "reasonable"?
a) Unfair
b) Justified
c) Unjust

10. What does "under the covers" imply?
a) Being fully clothed
b) Being naked
c) Being in bed with the covers over you

11. Which phrase suggests something that happens often?
a) Pretty common
b) Burst of energy
c) Reasonable aim

12. What does "burst of energy" mean?
a) Feeling tired and lazy
b) Feeling a sudden increase in energy
c) Feeling bored and uninterested



Exercise E: Express your opinion
  1. What is a habit?
  2. Can you give an example of a good habit?
  3. Can you give an example of a bad habit?
  4. Why do people develop bad habits?
  5. What are some common bad habits people have?
  6. Why is breaking a bad habit difficult?
  7. What are some strategies for breaking a bad habit?
  8. Can you think of a bad habit you've successfully broken? How did you do it?
  9. How long does it typically take to break a habit?
  10. What are some consequences of not breaking a bad habit?
  11. How can you track progress in breaking a habit?
  12. What role do rewards play in breaking a habit?
  13. Can you think of any cultural or social factors that make breaking a habit more difficult?
  14. What is the difference between breaking a habit and forming a new habit?
  15. What are some benefits of breaking a bad habit?




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