F2F Class Notes (Mark)

Today in class Rose and I discussed some recent good tidings in her life. Then we learned a few idioms. Finally, we reviewed some writing she did recently, and found a few places where we upgraded the vocabulary.

A book review – The Courage To Be Disliked

This book is written in the form of a narrative dialogue between a philosopher and a young man. Through their dialogue, readers can get an easy understanding of Alfred Adler’s philosophical and psychological ideas and teachings. This book is not preachy at all; neither is it a chicken soup for the soul. It naturally leads me to reflect on myself, calm myself down, and helps me make better choices. It makes me down-to-earth.

After reading the Chinese version, I was greatly impacted. So I’ve decided to read the English version as well.

When I first read the Chinese version, I was mistaken by its translated title —— 被讨厌的勇气. Why does one hate courage? I inquire.

**upgrades**

A book review – The Courage To Be Disliked

This book is written in the form of a narrative dialogue between a philosopher and a young man. Through their dialogue, readers can get an easily understand of Alfred Adler’s philosophical and psychological ideas and teachings. This book is not preachy at all; neither is it a chicken soup for the soul. It naturally leads me to self-reflection on myself, calm myself down self-soothing, and helps me make better choices. It makes me feel down-to-earth provides a sense of humbleness/humility.

After reading the Chinese version, I was greatly impacted awed/struck. So I’ve decided to read the English version as well.

When I first read the Chinese version, I was mistaken by its translated title —— 被讨厌的勇气. I wondered why one would hate courage. Why does one hate courage? I inquire.

Grammar

Idioms

Add Insult to Injury – To make someone feel worse after doing something damaging to him/her
To Grasp/Grab at Straws – To attempt desperate actions with little hope of success
The X Factor – An aspect or variable of a situation that has an unknown effect on the outcome
A few cards short of a full deck – Crazy