1. As winter is approaching, I feel a sense of responsibility to improve my abilities.

2. I have started making plans for the new year.

3. I usually use a website called Notion, which is very convenient for setting goals and writing my diary.

4. When a new year begins, I feel proud and motivated to achieve my new plans.

5. Actually, I can’t accomplish all of my plans, but I always remember them at the end of the year.

6. My plans are usually similar to the previous year’s ones, but this year’s goals will be a little different because lately, I’ve been thinking about pregnancy.

7. The desire for pregnancy motivates me to use my time more productively.

Vocabulary:

1. Aspirations – strong hopes or goals for the future.
   Example: Her aspirations for the coming year are centered on personal growth and family.
   Synonyms: ambition, goal, dream.
   Idiom: Aim high – to set big goals or expectations.

2. Consistency – the quality of always behaving or performing in a similar way.
   Example: Success comes with consistency and patience.
   Synonyms: stability, regularity.
   Idiom: Keep at it – to continue working hard even when it’s difficult.

3. Mindfulness – the practice of being fully present and aware of one’s thoughts and surroundings.
   Example: Writing in a diary is a great way to practice mindfulness.
   Synonyms: awareness, consciousness.
   Idiom: Live in the moment – to enjoy the present without worrying about the future.

4. Resilience – the ability to recover quickly from difficulties.
   Example: Even though she didn’t achieve every goal, her resilience kept her moving forward.
   Synonyms: strength, endurance, determination.
   Idiom: Bounce back – to recover quickly from challenges.

5. Proactive – taking action in advance to make positive changes.
   Example: She became more proactive after realizing the importance of time management.
   Synonyms: forward-thinking, enterprising.
   Idiom: Take the initiative – to start something without waiting for others.

Prepositions

X – I feel duty to progress my ability.
O – I feel a sense of duty to improve my abilities.
Explanation: The correct preposition is “to”, but the noun “duty” needs an article and descriptive phrase (“a sense of duty”) to sound natural. “Progress my ability” is incorrect because “progress” is usually intransitive (it doesn’t take a direct object). Instead, we say “improve my abilities.”

X – I usually use website NOTION that is so comfortable to set a plan, write the diary.
O – I usually use a website called Notion, which is very comfortable for setting plans and writing my diary.
Explanation: We use “for + gerund” when describing purpose (for setting, for writing).

X – I feel pound to achieve new plan.
O – I feel proud to achieve new plans.
Explanation: The correct adjective is “proud”, and “to” is used after “proud” to indicate what one feels proud about.

Hi Dasol,

Your reflection beautifully captures your forward-thinking mindset as the year draws to a close. The way you connect seasonal change with self-improvement is truly poetic and admirable. I especially appreciate your use of Notion it’s an excellent platform for structured planning and creative journaling. You’ve expressed strong self-awareness and a heartfelt desire for growth, which is inspiring. Remember, goals don’t have to be achieved all at once; even small progress is still movement forward. Keep channeling your energy into productivity and personal development it’s the steady rhythm of consistency that turns dreams into reality.

It’s so beautiful to hear that you’re planning to start your journey toward pregnancy. That’s such a precious and meaningful goal, one that reflects love, hope, and a new beginning. I sincerely wish you the best of health, strength, and serenity as you prepare both your body and mind for this next chapter. May each day bring you calm, balance, and joy as you take gentle steps toward your dream. Your determination and positivity will surely guide you toward a happy and healthy experience

Take care

Have a great day today

I look forward to our next class

Teacher Nas