Advice

What three pieces of advice will you give your children?

Whose advice do you follow more, your parents’ or your friends’ advice?

If you could give the leader of your country some advice, what would it be?

If you could go back in time and give yourself some advice, what would you tell your younger self?

Who was the wisest person in your country’s history? What kind of advice did they give?

Where do you go to get good advice?

What should someone do to be happy?

Who has been the wisest teacher in your life?

What advice did your parents give you that you still remember?

What is the best way to give advice to a friend?

When is it better to keep advice to yourself?

How do you decide whose advice to follow?

Is it easy or hard for you to ask others for advice? Why?

Do you prefer to get advice from older or younger people?

What was the last piece of advice you gave to someone?

Do you think most people want unsolicited advice?

How can you tell if someone’s advice is good or bad?

How often do you reject the advice others give you?

Do you think advice from strangers can be valuable?

What advice have you received about learning English?

What advice would you give a new student in your English class?

Is advice still useful even if you don’t follow it?

What advice do you have for making friends from different cultures?

What advice would you give someone who is addicted to technology?

When is it okay to give unsolicited advice?

What advice do you have for someone going on a first date?

What’s the difference between advice and criticism?

Is advice more useful when it comes from personal experience?

When is it okay to give advice in your culture?

What advice do you have for someone who wants to be a leader?

How has advice helped you in difficult times?

Do you think people today need more or less advice than in the past?

What are some things students should do to improve their English?

What should people do when first meeting their boyfriend/girlfriend’s parents?

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What should I do to make more money?

How can I get more free time?

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• Whose advice do you follow more, your parents’ or your friends’ advice?
  • I usually follow my parents’ advice more than my friends’ because my parents have more life experience. However, for certain things like fashion, I trust my friends’ opinions more.
• If you could give the leader of your country some advice, what would it be?
  • I would advise the leader of my country to focus on issues that improve people’s lives, like healthcare and education, rather than getting caught up in politics.
• If you could go back in time and give yourself some advice, what would you tell your younger self?
  • I would tell my younger self to not worry so much about what others think and to be more confident in making my own choices.
• Who was the wisest person in your country’s history? What kind of advice did they give?
  • I think [famous wise person] was very wise. They advised people to act with integrity, work for the greater good, and treat others with compassion.
• Where do you go to get good advice?
  • I get good advice from experienced people I trust like my parents, teachers, or mentors who have insight to share.
• What should someone do to be happy?
  • To be happy one should follow their passions, surround themselves with positive people, and be grateful for what they have.
• Who has been the wisest teacher in your life?
  • My [subject] teacher was very wise. They taught me to always keep learning and that dedication leads to success.
• What advice did your parents give you that you still remember?
  • My parents always advised me to work hard and be responsible for my actions which has stuck with me.
• What is the best way to give advice to a friend?
  • When giving advice to a friend, I think it’s best to listen to their situation first, offer guidance without judgement, and reassure them you want to help.
• When is it better to keep advice to yourself?
  • It’s better to keep advice to yourself if it is unsolicited, could offend someone, or if you don’t know the whole situation well enough to comment.
• How do you decide whose advice to follow?
  • I decide whose advice to follow based on who knows me best and has the most experience with the particular issue or situation I’m dealing with.
• Is it easy or hard for you to ask others for advice? Why?
  • It is hard for me to ask for advice because I don’t want to burden others or admit I don’t have all the answers. However, I know asking for help can lead to better outcomes.
• Do you prefer to get advice from older or younger people?
  • I prefer getting advice from older, more experienced people who can provide wise perspectives based on years of learning.
• What was the last piece of advice you gave to someone?
  • The last advice I gave was to a friend who was nervous about a job interview. I told them to take deep breaths, believe in themselves, and to stay positive.
• Do you think most people want unsolicited advice?
  • I don’t think most people want unsolicited advice unless they explicitly ask for help. It’s better to wait until opinions are requested.
• How can you tell if someone’s advice is good or bad?
  • You can judge advice based on if it comes from experience, aligns with your values, and will lead to positive outcomes. Bad advice is too idealistic or narrowly focused.
• How often do you reject the advice others give you?
  • I try to keep an open mind, but will reject advice that goes against my morals or if my gut tells me it seems risky or ill-advised.
• Do you think advice from strangers can be valuable?
  • Advice from strangers can provide fresh, unexpected perspectives. But it’s important to still evaluate if it applies to your situation.
• What advice have you received about learning English?
  • I’ve been advised to immerse myself in English as much as possible by reading, watching shows, and speaking daily. It takes dedication but gets easier.
• What advice would you give a new student in your English class?
  • I’d advise new English students to actively listen, study vocab every day, and don’t be afraid to ask questions to your teacher. Making mistakes is part of the process.
• Is advice still useful even if you don’t follow it?
  • Yes, advice can still be useful even if you don’t follow it exactly. It provides perspectives to consider and reflect on what’s right for your situation.
• What advice do you have for making friends from different cultures?
  • I advise having an open mind, asking respectful questions about their culture, looking for common interests, and not making assumptions. Focus on what connects us.
• What advice would you give someone who is addicted to technology?
  • I would advise them to gradually reduce screen time, find new hobbies, connect more with people, and get professional help if they are unable to make changes. Breaking any addiction takes patience.
• When is it okay to give unsolicited advice?
  • Unsolicited advice is okay if it prevents harm or danger to someone who clearly needs guidance. Otherwise, it’s better to wait until your advice is directly sought.
• What advice do you have for someone going on a first date?
  • I suggest being yourself, asking questions about your date’s interests, keeping conversation positive, and not putting too much pressure on it being perfect. Most important is to just relax and have fun.
• What’s the difference between advice and criticism?
  • Advice provides specific suggestions for improvement while criticism simply points out flaws without offering solutions. Advice is meant to help while criticism just finds fault.
• Is advice more useful when it comes from personal experience?
  • Advice from personal experience is very useful because it comes from genuine understanding. But advice from observation can also provide value with more objectivity.
• When is it okay to give advice in your culture?
  • In my culture, it is acceptable to give unsolicited advice to close family members. With friends or acquaintances, it’s better to wait until they request your advice.
• What advice do you have for someone who wants to be a leader?
  • I advise developing skills like public speaking, decision making, responsibility, and the ability to inspire people. Good leaders lead by example and act with integrity.
• How has advice helped you in difficult times?
  • In difficult times, advice from loved ones reminded me to stay positive, take things one step at a time, and that things will get better. It gave me hope.
• Do you think people today need more or less advice than in the past?
  • People likely need more advice nowadays because life is complex and fast-paced. Ancient guidance still holds wisdom we can apply, but modern challenges require new perspectives.
• What are some things students should do to improve their English?
  • To improve English, students should read books/news in English, speak it daily, work on expanding vocabulary, practice writing, and utilize resources like tutors, classes, videos, etc. Immersion is key.
• What should people do when first meeting their boyfriend/girlfriend’s parents?
  • When first meeting your partner’s parents, be respectful, make conversation to get to know them, offer to help with any tasks, and show that you care for their child through your words/actions. Making a good first impression is important.
• What should I do to make more money?
  • To earn more money, build skills that increase your value, take on extra work or projects, invest wisely, create multiple income streams, and live within your means. With dedication, one can improve financial stability.
• How can I get more free time?
  • To get more free time, you can identify activities and habits that waste time and limit them, be more efficient with tasks, say no to some commitments, and set better boundaries around your availability. Free time is valuable for your well-being.