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We've all met with something that slows us down, for example, the bump(颠簸)in the road,the
setback. You just have to keep in mind that a setback is only temporary and greater things lie ahead.
Therefore, keep moving forward, developing what you have, since you've already built a solid
foundation on which you can rely.
It is easy just to quit,give up and ignore the hard work you have put into something. But we believe
in the "two steps forward, one step back" philosophy (哲学). So how can you react when something
doesn't turn out as you've expected it to be?
First,be objective. Step back and look at the situation. Is your setback really that significant,or will
it just require a little extra effort? Then, plan your next move. You can ask for help. Don't be afraid or
ashamed to do this. Frequently, people are more than willing to give you support and advice.You don't
have to be perfect; after all, nobody else is. Next, bounce back. Reevaluate the goals you have set for
yourself at the beginning and retool(改组) them as necessary. Goals should be realistic and specific,
but that doesn't mean they can't be flexible. Instead of looking at your project as a disaster or a failure,
view it with success. Concentrate on how great it will feel after it is finally done, after you have put your
all into it. Instead of focusing on a possible unsatisfactory performance one single time, take a moment
to sit back and reward yourself for all that you have accomplished.
Above all,don't live with regrets. Success is never easy. It remains up to you whether you will give
up, or fight through the tough battles to earn whatever you want. Keep reaching for your goals and you
will achieve them. One small setback is nothing if you really want something and are willing to work for
it.
1. According to the passage, the philosophy"two steps forward, one step back" means that ________
when meeting with a setback.
A. we are supposed to quit and ignore the hard work
B. we'd better think it over before making a decision
C. we should stop to think before taking further action
D. we are expected to look at things in an allround way
2. The underlined word "it" in Paragraph 3 refers to________.
A. a performance
B. a success
C. a goal
D. a project
3. When suffering a setback,the most important thing to do is________.
A. to keep moving forward to your goals
B. to depend on others' support and advice
C. to sit back and reward yourself for your success
D. to focus on a possible unsatisfactory performance
4. What is the passage mainly about?
A. How to avoid the bumps.
B. How to deal with the setbacks.
C. Different attitudes to the setbacks.
D. Different suggestions on your goals.
