https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/real-easy-english/250912

Spotify: 

https://open.spotify.com/episode/2BgR8jtiAIZLMQqSICqWmo

Vocabulary

Questions and Answers

Q: What makes you happy in your daily life?
A:Small things. For example, a beautiful flower, a cute dog on a walk, or nice weather. 

Q: Do you prefer spending time alone or with other people when you want to feel happy? Why?
A:It depends. I can be happy on my own, but sometimes it’s nice to spend time with people who make me happy. 

Q: Is it easy for you to stay positive when something bad happens?
A:It’s not easy for me, but I try to stay positive when something bad happens. 

Q: Do you think happiness depends more on people around you or on yourself?
A:On yourself. I think you have to be happy with yourself first, and then you can be happy with the people around you. 

Q: What do you usually do when you feel sad or upset?
A:I go for a walk, listen to some rock music, do some exercise, or cry a little – that usually helps. 

Q: What activities help you to relax and take time out?
A:Reading, walking in nature, crafting, and gardening. 

Q: Do you think it’s OK to feel sad sometimes? Why or why not?
A:It’s normal to feel sad from time to time. I don’t think anyone can be happy all the time. 

Q: What’s the best way to deal with negative emotions?
A:Everyone has their own way of dealing with negative emotions, but for me the best way is writing. 

Q:Can you remember a time when you were really happy? What happened?
A:When I got my first dog, I was the happiest girl in the world.