2013년 6월 13일 목요일

200-300 word essay about 2 different ways of learning life

2. On the blog, answer the following question in a 200-300 word essay:
Some people believe that the best way of learning about life is by listening to the advice of family or friends. Other people believe that the best way of learning about life is through personal experience. Compare the advantages and disadvantages of these two different ways of learning about life. Which do you think is preferable? Use specific examples to support your preference.


Throughout our lives we are offered countless pieces of advice to help us achieve our goals and create a positive future. But sometimes we learn life through personal experiences far much better. Overall, the most effective method of learning life is to listen to the people around you first and then experience by yourself afterwards.

To start with, a good advice is very helpful for our lives by reducing the chances of wasted time and money. And good advice gives us insights and wider perspectives. If we listen to the advice of family or friends, it is likely that we will have missed any important steps to achieving our goals. For instance, when I was young, my sister went abroad to study when she was 17. And when she came back to Korea after one year, she strongly persuaded me to go overseas too. I listened to her and agreed that studying abroad will provide me powerful experiences. So I followed her. And I have never regretted once of that decision since now. However, I was pleased with my time abroad because I have also experienced and learn many things by myself after when I listened to my sister's advice. Nothing is more powerful than personal experience. It is same in dating too. It is helpful to listen to the advice about dating, but I have no idea how the guy is like, or who I go along well with unless I have personal experiences.

In conclusion, I think it is good to balance both. Experiencing personally after listening to the advice is the best way to learn life and ensure a good future.

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