Alone or Lonely: Understanding the Difference
Loneliness is a universal feeling that we have all encountered at some point in our lives. Whether it be during childhood at school or in a new country where language barriers exist, we have all experienced moments of isolation. One approach to combat loneliness is to explore our surroundings, making connections with the environment and people around us. This interactive English conversation class delves into the nuances of being alone versus being lonely, encouraging participants to reflect on personal experiences and perspectives.
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English Conversation Class Topic: Alone or Lonely? Advanced
Introduce yourself and tell us about any activities or things to do in your neighbourhood; for example, free exercise classes, outlet shopping, markets. My name is Some activities I can do in my neighbourhood are ...... English Online | English conversation classes
Alone or Lonely? alone: adj, adv. Without other people. He lives alone. I like being alone. lonely: adj. Unhappy because you are not with other people. She has been very lonely since she came to Australia. English Online | English conversation classes
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You are stuck on an island and can only choose three items to help you live on the island. Which three would you choose? Why? 1. torch 6. toilet paper 2. tent 7. rope 3. pocket-knife 8. lighter 4. fishing rod 9. compass 5. bottle of water 10. first-aid kit English Online | English conversation classes
Whats your opinion? What is the difference between being alone and being lonely? English Online | English conversation classes
Describe these pictures 1. Where are these people? 2. Which picture/s do you think represent alone or lonely ? Why? English Online | English conversation classes
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Loneliness is a feeling we have all experienced. 1. Maybe at school when you were a child, you felt lonely. 2. Maybe you have been lonely in a new country because you didn t understand the language. Describe a time when you have felt lonely: I have felt lonely when . English Online | English conversation classes
When we arrive in a new country we encounter many times that we are alone or feel lonely. One way to overcome this is to explore the area that we are in. Imagine that we are visiting your home town. Can you suggest some places for us to visit? English Online | English conversation classes
Tourist: I would like to go on a tour to ________ (famous tourist spot). Which place do you recommend? Tour guide: I recommend _____ because it is very ________ (beautiful, amazing, historical). You can ______ (see a great view, try delicious food, take photos). Tourist: What is the best time of year to visit? Tour guide: I think ______ because ________ 2. Sydney Opera House, Australia 3. Grand Canyon, USA 1. Floating Market, Thailand 4. Christ The Redeemer, Brazil English Online | English conversation classes
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Discuss 1. Do you enjoy being alone? What do you usually do or where do you usually go? 2. Why are we sometimes afraid of being alone? 3. What would be your advice for someone experiencing loneliness? a. Have you thought of ? b. Why don t you ? c. Have you ever tried ? English Online | English conversation classes
Many people in history have faced great suffering and loneliness. How they managed their loneliness was the way they survived. One famous Christian was a prisoner in a German concentration camp. She later wrote a book about her survival: I could face each day, because I knew I wasn t alone, God was with me in every difficult situation. To know I was not alone kept me alive. I can face anything because God is with me, comforting me, loving me, giving me strength. Q. Where do you get your strength from? English Online | English conversation classes
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Words of wisdom Suppose I had wings like the dawning day and flew across the ocean. Even then your powerful arm would guide and protect me. Psalm 139:9-10 What do you think these verses mean? How do they make you feel? English Online | English conversation classes
Whats one new thing you have learnt today? Any questions?
