
Celebrate Your Achievements
A study has found that achievements make the brain think clearly and work well. Celebrating even your small achievements can help you to feel more confident.
What does an achievement mean?
Whether it’s working hard at your favorite subject or baking a cake for your friends, putting effort into something that makes you happy is an achievement. ___1___ It can be something that no one else sees but you feel, such as making it through a difficult day or speaking up in class. Anything that involves (涉及) hard work, courage or skill can be seen as an achievement.
What achievements should be celebrated?
Both huge and small things should be celebrated. Winning a sports event is a big deal, but getting up early to practice matters too. ___2___ This situation happens quite often. For example, when you help others with their study, you have improved as well.
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Studies show that when you celebrate achievements, your brain becomes active and you feel better about yourself. This makes you encouraged and keep positive. ___4___
How can you reward (奖励) yourself?
Try making an achievement jar (罐子孔) where you put a coin every time you succeed in something. When the jar is full, reward yourself. ___5___ These things are interesting and relaxing. Share your wins with family and friends too, so they can support you.
A. Why does celebrating matter?
B. Who do you share your achievements with?
C. You’re able to overcome difficulties in the future.
D. You can take a bike ride or play games with friends.
E. It’s a good feeling you can get from all areas of your life.
F. However, you might not always notice your small achievements.