Life Topics: Changing Views

Like its three predecessors in the authors’ esteemed Life Topics series, Life Topics: Changing Views exemplifies the notion that in our ultra-modern, increasingly complex world, we could all use some guidance and words of wisdom from trusted scholars, sages, and spiritual leaders, classic and contemporary. Thoroughly researched and thoughtfully organized, this eloquent text combines classroom-tested language lessons with profound but practical advice for how to live happy, meaningful lives. Unit topics range from “The Joys of Anticipation” to “Introvert and Extrovert,” from “Social Media and Loneliness” to “The Power of Forgiveness.” The accompanying teacher’s manual—packed with supplemental information, quotable quotes, and handy suggestions for optimal use—makes Life Topics: Changing Views ideal for dedicated instructors who want only the very best for their students, in the classroom and out in the world.

Unit 1 The Joys of Anticipation
Unit 2 How Long Does It Take to Make a Friend?
Unit 3 How to Form Good Habits
Unit 4 How to Become More Productive
Unit 5 Introvert and Extrovert
Unit 6 Social Media and Loneliness
Unit 7 Five Healthy Habits
Unit 8 Part I Are Humans Outdated Machines?
Unit 9 Part II Controlling Stress Are Humans Outdated Machines?
Unit 10 The Happiness Set Point
Unit 11 Part I The Hedonic Treadmill
Unit 12 Part II Can We Control the Hedonic Treadmill?
Unit 13 The Relationship between Cats and People
Unit 14 The Power of Forgiveness Part 1 Why Forgive?
Unit 15 The Power of Forgiveness Part 2: How to Forgive