英语四级听力长对话模拟训练第8套_大学英语听力

英语四级听力长对话模拟训练第8套

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　　Conversation Two

　　W: So, why exactly does your job have a reputation for being stressful?

　　M: Stress is generally driven by the feeling of being out of control of a situation, and the feeling of a situation controlling you. Trading in financial markets combines both.

　　W: How do you relax in the evening?

　　M: I very rarely do anything work related. So its easy to escape the markets. I generally go to the gym or go for a run, especially If Ive had a bad day. I always cook a meal rather than have a takeaway. To do something my brain would regard as creative.

　　W: Do you think what you do to relax is an effective way to beat stress?

　　M: I dont think theres a specific rule about how to beat stress. I generally find that what I do is effective for me.

　　W: Would you consider changing your job because of the high stress factor?

　　M: I have considered leaving my job due to stress related factors. However, I do think that an element of stress is a good thing, and if used the right way, can actually be a positive thing.

　　W: What do you enjoy about the stressful aspects of your job?

　　M: Having said all that, I do actually enjoy an element of uncertainty. I enjoy a mental challenge. Trading generates a wide range of emotions second by second. How you deal with and manage those emotions dictates short, medium and long term trading performance and success.