英語口語對話（中低級）Lesson 9: Stress Checked

Vanessa: Hello and welcome to our program! Today we’re talking about stress. Are you too busy to take the weekend off? Are you feeling worn out? What makes you feel stressed and what do you do about it? Personally, having to do things alone can be really stressful for me. I just can’t stand being alone. What about you Michael?

Michael: Do you want to know what I do when I feel stressed? I have a long hot bath; listen to some soothing music, light candles, read poetry. I find all these very relaxing. But actually, I have to confess that for me feeling stressed can be pretty productive. It pushes me to do things! And I must say that I get annoyed by people who go to pieces when they’re stressed; I tend to avoid working with these people.

Vanessa: Denise Crane, our resident psychologist is now in the studio with us. But let’s first hear from our reporter Alexander. Alexander, what makes you stressed?

Alexander: Hi Vanessa. Well, routine or not having the time to do something creative can drive me crazy. And I have to say, if I’m really stressed I sort of pretend to be somebody else, in order to get me through the moment. You know someone tough. And afterwards, I like to go for a long walk, just to get back in touch with myself. I’ve found that’s really therapeutic.

Vanessa: Interesting answers Denise, don't you think?

Denise: Oh, absolutely!

Vanessa: You know . . . what really stresses ME out is when my mum asks me when I'm going to get married.

Denise: What do you do about it?

Vanessa: You mean apart from feeling hopeless, helpless or worthless for some time?

Denise: (Laughing) well yeah, if possible.

Vanessa: Erm, if I'm really stressed out I ride my bike for a couple of hours, or go kick boxing; physical exercise helps me let off steam. But let's hear from you Denise. . .