雙語(yǔ) ● For 30s, Change the World　30秒就可以做30件改變世界的事

For 30s, Change the World　30秒就可以做30件改變世界的事

◎ Rand Fishkin

Attitude is foundational to success. A generous person with a positive attitude will thrive. If you change your attitude, you change your perception, change your actions, and change your life. As every life changes, you change the world. Over at Lorelle on Word press she challenges bloggers to create a list of 30 things that can each be done in only 30 seconds. Imagine if millions or billions of people each did one of these—how would the world be different? In keeping with the theme of personal development, I have put together ways to improve yourself or others and create a better you in 30 seconds or less. Imagine if everyone did just a few of these at once? Here is my list.

態(tài)度是成功的基石。一個(gè)人如果既慷慨大方，又態(tài)度樂觀，則其前途不可估量。如果你改變了你的態(tài)度，就等于改變了你對(duì)事物的理解，改變了你的行動(dòng)，隨之將改變你的生活。當(dāng)每一個(gè)人的生命發(fā)生變化時(shí)，你就改變了世界。在Word press上寫博客的Lorelle挑戰(zhàn)眾博客作者，列出一個(gè)短短30秒內(nèi)能完成的30件事情的清單。試想一下，如果成百萬(wàn)甚至上億的人僅僅做了其中的一件，世界會(huì)有什么不同嗎？延續(xù)我的博客推動(dòng)個(gè)人發(fā)展的主題，我集中了一些完善自我或提高他人的方法——可以在30秒或更少的時(shí)間內(nèi)完成的事情。設(shè)想一下，如果每個(gè)人都做了其中的一些事情，會(huì)如何？清單如下：

1. Change your tone of voice. For 30 seconds, speak softer, calmer, or just more pleasantly. You might be surprised at the results. Did you know, for example, that a softer voice giving clear instructions commands more authority with children than a yell? If frustrated in business dealing, try a more peaceful tone, even if only for 30 seconds, and see if it leads to a quicker resolution.

（1） 改變你的語(yǔ)氣。只用30秒，用更柔和、更平靜的語(yǔ)氣，或是任何一種聽上去更舒服的說話方式。你可能會(huì)收到意想不到的結(jié)果。比如，你是否了解，在孩子們的心目中，用柔和的聲調(diào)給出清楚的指示，比大吼大叫更能讓你獲得威嚴(yán)？如果在一次商業(yè)交易中出師不利，試著在接下來的30秒內(nèi)使用更平和的語(yǔ)調(diào)，看看它是否能促使事情更快地得到解決。

2. Choose one idea you gave up and re-visit it. For 30 seconds, consider giving it one more tries. Was there an invention, a project, or some task that just seemed too daunting or frustrating? Choose one and decide to try it one more time. Imagine if everyone mustered up the courage to use their God-given ingenuity in whatever their gifting. What new things would the world see created?

（2） 選擇一個(gè)你已經(jīng)放棄的想法，然后重新思考它。用30秒鐘，考慮再試一次。是否曾經(jīng)有一項(xiàng)發(fā)明，一個(gè)項(xiàng)目，或是某些任務(wù)，令人望而生畏或是讓人沮喪？選擇其中一個(gè)，然后再試一次。試想一下，如果每個(gè)人都鼓足勇氣，將自己難得的才能充分運(yùn)用于上天賦予的創(chuàng)造力，那將會(huì)為這個(gè)世界創(chuàng)造出多少新的東西？

3. For 30 seconds, give someone another chance. Listen for just one more time, re-evaluate a first impression, or give one more opportunity to see if they have changed. You may be surprised.

（3） 用30秒鐘，給他人一次機(jī)會(huì)。也許只需要再傾聽一遍，重新調(diào)整一下第一印象，或是再用一次機(jī)會(huì)去發(fā)現(xiàn)他們是否已經(jīng)作出改變。你會(huì)感到驚奇的。

4. Tell your children “I love you” or “I am proud of you”. Make it meaningful, look them in the eye, and show how you value them. It will mean the world. Imagine if every parent said affirming words to every child, for 30 seconds, everyday.

（4） 告訴你的孩子們“我愛你”或“我為你們感到驕傲”。讓這樣的表達(dá)成為一件有意義的事，看著他們的眼睛，讓他們知道他們對(duì)你來說有多么重要。這樣做將意義非凡。想想如果所有的父母每天都花30秒的時(shí)間對(duì)他們的孩子們說一些肯定的話，世界將會(huì)如何。

5. The next time you find yourself wanting instant gratification, impatiently wanting something you cannot have at that moment, give thanks to God for what you already do have for 30 seconds. It may change your attitude.

（5） 下次當(dāng)你發(fā)現(xiàn)自己在急切等待他人對(duì)你的肯定，而又不可能立即擁有的時(shí)候，用30秒來為你已經(jīng)完成的事情感謝上帝。這能迅速改變你的態(tài)度。

6. For 30 seconds, stand up straighter and with your head held high. Look others in the eye and walk with confidence. See how great it feels?

（6） 用30秒站得更直，將你的頭高高抬起。直視他人，自信地行走。有沒有發(fā)現(xiàn)這樣感覺非常棒？

7. Choose one thing you were putting off for another time that could be done today, and decide to do it! It only takes 30 seconds to make a decision to act. Be sure you value keeping your promise to yourself, and then know that this will lead to action.

（7） 選擇一件你一直在拖延著找個(gè)時(shí)間再做而今天可以完成的事情，決定完成它！作出一個(gè)行動(dòng)的決定只需要30秒。前提必須是你十分看重對(duì)自己的承諾，并且一旦承諾則意味著付出行動(dòng)。

8. Clean up someone else’s mess.

（8） 清理他人惹下的亂子。

9. Compliment someone with a genuine comment on what you appreciate or respect about them.

（9） 對(duì)他人就你一直欣賞或敬重的某一點(diǎn)，表示真誠(chéng)的贊美。

10. Stand up for someone or something you believe in. A quick sentence of support can do wonders and expand your influence.

（10） 為你信仰的某人或某事挺身而出。一句簡(jiǎn)短的支持可以創(chuàng)造奇跡，迅速擴(kuò)大你的影響。

11. Find a way to authentically encourage someone in their efforts with a “you can do it!” comment. Believe in them and show it.

（11） 為他人所作的努力表示一次真誠(chéng)的鼓勵(lì)。告訴他：“你可以做到！”信任他，并且表現(xiàn)出來。

12. Invite someone over (or a group of some ones) that you would like to get to know: set a specific time and day for a dinner together. The world could use more socializing. What about you? Take the initiative and make the invitation to a new friendship.

（12） 邀請(qǐng)某個(gè)你愿意了解的人（或一群人）到家中做客。定一個(gè)具體的日子和時(shí)間和他/他們共進(jìn)晚餐。適度的社交是必要的，你還在等待什么呢？采取主動(dòng)，發(fā)出邀請(qǐng)，也意味著打開一扇新的友誼之門。

13. Give your spouse a physical sign of affection for 30 seconds in public. Brush your hand softly on her cheek, run your fingers through his hair, give a soft hug, a gentle squeeze of the hand, or a quick kiss. It is good for children to see their parents comfortable with quick displays of affection, and great for strengthening intimacy in marriage. Imagine how closeness might grow in marriages if every couple deliberately showed affection for 30 seconds? Better yet, do it several times a day.

（13） 在公共場(chǎng)所花30秒，對(duì)你的伴侶用肢體表達(dá)愛意。用手輕輕地摩挲她的面頰，用手指撫弄他的頭發(fā)，來一個(gè)溫柔的擁抱，柔和地握緊他的手，或是一個(gè)蜻蜓點(diǎn)水的吻。讓孩子們看到父母自然迅速地表達(dá)愛意是有益的。這樣也能加強(qiáng)婚姻的親密感。試想一下，如果每一對(duì)伴侶都用30秒的時(shí)間來有意識(shí)地表達(dá)愛意，會(huì)對(duì)婚姻中親密感的增強(qiáng)有多么大的作用？如果能一天做幾次就更好了。

14. Learn a new word (preferably from a different language than you already know) or learn a quick and wonderful fact about another culture or country.

（14） 學(xué)會(huì)一個(gè)新單詞（最好從一種你不會(huì)的語(yǔ)言中學(xué)習(xí)）或是迅速地了解與另外一種文化或國(guó)家有關(guān)的一件神奇的事情。

15. Write a check for 10% of your monthly income and place it in the mailbox. Send it to your church, a charity, or a worthy cause, but give it away.

（15） 寫下一張面值為你月薪10%的支票，然后放進(jìn)郵箱，寄給你所在地區(qū)的教堂、捐給慈善機(jī)構(gòu)或是一項(xiàng)有價(jià)值的事業(yè)?？傊璜I(xiàn)出去。

16. Pray every morning for 30 seconds to conquer your fear and courageously face all your opportunities, keep your mind open in setting goals and keep your attitude positive. Quickly judge your plan for the day against your priorities (be sure your choices fit with your focus- remember in business and for your family, time is one of your most valuable assets). After the 30 seconds, you may be inspired to make a change.

（16） 每天早晨祈禱30秒，以征服內(nèi)心的恐懼，勇敢地面對(duì)你的所有機(jī)會(huì)。在設(shè)定目標(biāo)的時(shí)候敞開心扉，保持積極的態(tài)度。以優(yōu)先級(jí)標(biāo)準(zhǔn)迅速判斷你當(dāng)天的計(jì)劃（保證你的選擇與你的重點(diǎn)相符——記住無(wú)論在職場(chǎng)還是在家中，時(shí)間都是你最寶貴的資產(chǎn)）。30秒之后，你也許已經(jīng)獲得激勵(lì)，去作一些改變。

17. Ask someone “how are you doing?” and then be ready to truly listen.

（17） 問候一個(gè)人：“你最近怎樣？”然后真誠(chéng)地聆聽。

18. Put in an envelope＄ 20 (＄ 50 or＄ 100), write “from anonymous”, and secretly (and quickly, to fit in 30 seconds) leave it with someone you know could use it. Doing good deeds without public recognition feels great... Try it and see!

（18） 將20美元（50美元或100美元也行）放在一個(gè)信封里，寫上“來自無(wú)名氏”。然后暗暗地（當(dāng)然，也要迅速地，以保持30秒的紀(jì)錄）放在你知道需要它的人那里。私下里做一些善意的小事感覺太好了……不信可以試試看！

19. Do something quickly for the environment: refuse food in Styrofoam, tear apart those plastic things that go around cans and choke birds, or help an animal in distress break free, etc.

（19） 迅速做一些對(duì)環(huán)境有保護(hù)的事情：拒絕裝在聚乙烯泡沫盒里的食物，撕開罐頭外圍的塑料包裝，或是幫助被困的小動(dòng)物重獲自由，等等。

20. Choose a great breakfast (your best energy starts with a 30 seconds decision). Choose to eat no sugar and foods low in starch. Eat more proteins and fruits. Start your day right to be more productive.

（20） 選擇吃一頓精致的早餐（只需要一個(gè)30秒的決定就可以讓你一整天都充滿活力）。不吃糖，吃低淀粉的食物。攝入更多的蛋白質(zhì)和水果。正確的開始使你的一天更富有成效。

21. If you have been indoors, get out and feel the sunshine on your face for 30 seconds—it will elevate your mood quickly (if it is 100 degrees outside then feel the sunshine from a more comfortable temperature if possible).

（21） 如果你一直待在室內(nèi)，走出去，享受30秒陽(yáng)光照在臉上的感覺——這會(huì)讓你的心情立刻好起來（如果外面的氣溫高達(dá)100華氏度，那么在一個(gè)更適宜的溫度下去享受陽(yáng)光）。

22. Say yes to giving a charitable donation at your local merchant when asked (give one more time than you had planned to give).

（22） 如果一個(gè)當(dāng)?shù)氐纳痰暾?qǐng)求你作一次慈善捐助，你應(yīng)該表示同意（多給別人一些時(shí)間，比你原來打算給的還要多）。

23. Register to vote. Just fill out a 30 seconds card! As you follow this or any registration process of your country, determine to take advantage of the opportunity to vote when it comes, if you are able to do so.

（23） 報(bào)名參加選舉。只需要花30秒時(shí)間填寫一張卡片。當(dāng)你這樣做的時(shí)候，下決心在選舉來臨時(shí)利用這個(gè)機(jī)會(huì)投出這一票。

24. Plant a seed (or plant a plant or tree if you have the skills to do so this quickly). Imagine if millions did this at once.

（24） 播下一顆種子（如果你有技巧能迅速完成，也可以種下一株植物或一棵樹）。想想如果數(shù)百萬(wàn)人都能立刻這樣做的話……

25. Turn off the lights in a room where you are not. (turn off the water when not in use, etc.) Every 30 seconds matters.

（ 25） 當(dāng)你不在房間的時(shí)候，把燈關(guān)掉。（諸如此類，不用水的時(shí)候就關(guān)掉水龍頭）。這樣的每一個(gè)30秒都不是小事。

26. Place a bag by your trash and put a recyclable item inside it. Congratulations, you have now started recycling!

（26） 在垃圾桶旁邊放一個(gè)袋子，在里面放一些可回收的小東西。祝賀你，你已經(jīng)開始回收之旅了。

27. Stop any bad habit in 30 seconds. Then keep repeating at 30 seconds intervals.

（27） 在30秒鐘內(nèi)戒掉一個(gè)壞習(xí)慣。然后每隔30秒重復(fù)你做的事情。

28. Seek out laughter and laugh for 30 seconds. Repeat as needed to release tension.

（28） 尋找笑料，然后大笑30秒。有必要的時(shí)候再說一次，來緩解緊張氣氛。

29. Drink water.

（29） 喝水。

30. Imagine for 30 seconds being content with everything you have. Then imagine balancing contentment with striving to continue God’s purpose in you, take an attitude of perseverance, and determine to go for it!

（30） 花30秒的時(shí)間想象你對(duì)所擁有的一切都感到滿足的情景。然后設(shè)想一下，如何在感到滿足與努力發(fā)揮才能之間保持平衡。擁有堅(jiān)定不移的態(tài)度，一旦下了決心，就去盡情追逐你的夢(mèng)想！

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