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Make The Most of Your Free Time

1. Studies say that people nowadays have more free time than ever before, yet it doesn't feel that way because our free time is usually spent watching TV, using computers, or communicating on phones, so images and information are constantly flashing into our brains. To recharge, it is important to use free time wisely. 2. Think about what you want to achieve in your free time, such as getting fit, being creative, or relaxing, and don't worry about what you "ought" to be doing - just focus on what will make you feel more content. 3. Plan specific times for enjoying your free time and treat it like any other calendar appointment, only postponing if something more important comes

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Make The Most of Your Free Time

1. Studies say that people nowadays have more free time than ever before, yet it doesn't feel that way because our free time is usually spent watching TV, using computers, or communicating on phones, so images and information are constantly flashing into our brains. To recharge, it is important to use free time wisely. 2. Think about what you want to achieve in your free time, such as getting fit, being creative, or relaxing, and don't worry about what you "ought" to be doing - just focus on what will make you feel more content. 3. Plan specific times for enjoying your free time and treat it like any other calendar appointment, only postponing if something more important comes

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Reading: Free Time - Choose the best title for each paragraph

Make the Most of your Free Time

1. Studies say that people nowadays have more free time than ever before.  Then why
doesn’t it feel that way?  These days, our free time is usually spent watching
television, using computers or communicating on our phones. Images and information
are constantly flashing into our brains, so it’s no wonder we don’t feel as if we have
really switched off.  To really wind down and help us regain our energy levels, it is
important to use our free time wisely.

A. Get creative B. Make a difference C. Why it’s so hard

2. Think about what you want to achieve in your free time.  Do you want to get fit, get
creative or simply relax?   Don’t worry about what you ought to be doing, just think
about what will make you feel more content. 

A. Meet likeminded people B. Plan ahead C. Establish your goal

3. Plan when you are going to enjoy your free time, and treat it in the same way as
anything else on your calendar.  If something else more important comes along, you
can choose whether or not to postpone it, but never cancel it!

A. Do what you want B. Change your life C. Set a date

4. Make sure you have everything you need to enjoy your free time in advance. If you’re
looking forward to a nice long bath, buy in bath oil and candles.  If you want to get out
in the countryside, get your boots and map ready, and don’t forget to check the
weather forecast.

A. Meet likeminded people B. Plan ahead C. Establish your goal

5. Don’t let anything else encroach on your free time.  Ignore the washing up and the
vacuuming.  Don’t check your inbox for messages and turn off your mobile phone. 
Otherwise, the lines between free time and everyday live will begin to blur, and you
won’t feel refreshed.

A. Establish your goal B. Guard your time C. Plan ahead

6. In many free time activities, we take the role of consumer.  When we watch TV, play
video games or read, we are only passively involved.  Take on the role of producer for
a change.  Build a model, write a blog or make an animation film.  You will use a
different part of your brains and will feel more energised as a result.

A. Why it’s so hard B. Make a difference C. Get creative

7. But don’t go overboard. Many people worry too much about their free time activities. 
They want to do things that will impress their friends, look good on their résumés or
help them get a better job.  But free time isn’t about that.  It is about doing an activity
for enjoyment’s sake, so don’t let outside pressures influence your choice.

A. Do what you want B. Change your life C. Set a date

8. Take the opportunity to expand your social circle.  Everyone has different interests, so
don’t expect your mates to be into the same things you are.  Give them a break for a
while, join a club and get to know people with the same interests as you. You can
never have too many friends!

A. Meet likeminded people B. Change your life C. Establish your goal

9. You’ll really know you’re using your time wisely if what you’re doing helps other
people.  So find out what’s going on in the community and lend a hand.  Visit the
elderly or help out in a children’s club.  If socialising’s not your thing, why not
volunteer for a wildlife organisation?

A. Why it’s so hard B. Make a difference C. Get creative

10. Once you’re relaxed and energised, you can think about what you’d like to improve in
your life.  Want to get fit?  Learn a skill?  Improve your job prospects?  There are
plenty of groups, clubs and classes you can join that will set you on a completely new
life path.  So what are you waiting for?  Get out there and enjoy yourself!

A. Do what you want B. Change your life C. Set a date

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