“As humans, we naturally measure ourselves to those around us, but now we live in a global village. We are comparing ourselves with the most ‘important’ people in the world and finding ourselves wanting, ” he said. Today, even high achievers constantly fear that they are insignificant when they compare themselves to success stories in the media.
The way out? Simply stop measuring your achievement through a fantasy of wealth and celebrity. Dr Strenger said that it is a process called“active self-acceptance through a constant search for self-knowledge through life. ”
“The fear of insignificance can only be overcome through strong individual and cultural identity over and above measurable achievement, ” he said.
1. Nowadays, young people in Britain want to _________ .
A. choose jobs based on interests
B. become famous
C. be teacher, banker and doctor
D. earn more money
2. According to Emma Brockes, what causes the increasing level of anxiety?
A. Choices of future careers.
B. Access to the global network.
C. Bad influences of celebrities.
D. Endless comparison with others.
3. Which of the following is TRUE of Dr Carlo Strenger?
A. He is a newspaper reporter.
B. He is the spokesman of teenagers.
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