Stage of life

1. How things have changed

Current situation

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Past and Now:

. used to

I used to have a lot of responsibility more than now. ( a lot 代词很多)

. didn't use to

There didn't use to be time to work on my project.

Words and express

. prompt: pra:mpt

1. encourage sb continue to say

The program will prompt you to enter the right information.

2. punctual

Please be prompt when attending the wedding.

. I used to grab take-out instead of eating out.

2. Discuss work-life balance

Dialog:

A: Have you been working on a saturday again?

B:Yeah

A: why did you do that?

B: somethings came up. An issue with the new computers.

A: Do you ever have any doubt for your career choice?

B: No, none at all. I am completely sure I am in the right job.

Yeah, I mean, I am sick of working so much overtime, but my job is rewarding and I am happy with my compensation. I just need more time off.

  Is this about you training to be project manager?

B: Yeah, I am wondering if I am doing the right things.

A: why? Don't you enjoy it?

B:Yes, I enjoy. But, if I become a project manager, will I need to work for 60 hours a week like you?

A: I doubt it. Look, my job's just a bit crazy right now. I am sure you'll have more free time than I do.

  Sally, you're definitely making a right career choice.

Expression:

It seems like that ..

It sounds as if ....

It looks as if ...

Sb look like that ....

sure and not sure

I doubt that ...

I wonder that / I think that ...

I am positive ....

She feel more comfortable with her choice now.

3. Changing lifestyle

words:

brunch: brvntf 早午餐

late night and working weekend

Lifestyle:

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. on the go ( I am busy in sth all day )

Changing situation:

1. I think it's getting harder and harder to make time for myself.

2. Right now, I am struggling to find time  to cook in the evening. I usually grab takeout.

3. I haven't gotten to the gym in ages.

表达最近:

these days.

Recently

most days

in ages

Shorten question

. for stealing money?

4. future plans

. Take about plans

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Description future

. plan to

. will have done

. It would be nice to

. I wouldn't mind ..

. It'd be great to ..