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Writing Task 2

Change
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Some people prefer to spend their lives doing the same things and avoiding change. Others, however, think that change is always a good thing.

Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

The concept of change has always been a topic of debate, with some preferring a predictable and stable lifestyle while others advocate for change. In my opinion, embracing change is crucial for both physical and mental well-being, despite the reluctance of some individuals to take risks.

Opponents of change argue that it can be detrimental to an individual’s life, particularly when they are content with their current situation. For instance, a person with a stable job, a happy family life, and a healthy lifestyle might resist change if they are presented with a new opportunity that would require them to give up their personal life and alter their healthy habits. Such abrupt changes can be harmful, physically and mentally, and is a justifiable reason to be resisted.

However, I believe that change should be welcomed. It allows individuals to break free from old habits and opens up new opportunities for personal and professional growth. In terms of personal life, change can be beneficial for someone who is in an abusive relationship or living in a broken home. Moving to a new city or country and starting afresh can therefore improve their mental health and overall well-being. Professionally, individuals who take risks, switch to another career path, and embark on an entrepreneurial endeavour are more likely to see different outcomes, thus improving their quality of life and their chance of success.

In conclusion, although some individuals are risk-averse and prefer a stable lifestyle, embracing change can have significant benefits for both personal and professional development. Ultimately, it is crucial to weigh the risks and rewards of any decision related to change. 

(270 words)

Essay Breakdown

Structure

Introduction

[1] The concept of change has always been a topic of debate, with some preferring a predictable and stable lifestyle while others advocate for change. [2] In my opinion, embracing change is crucial for both physical and mental well-being [2.2], despite the reluctance of some individuals to take risks. [2.1]

1. Paraphrase the given topic 

2. A clear opinion stating my viewpoint

[2.1]: View 1 (Body 1): the reluctance of some individuals to take risks

[2.2]: View 2 (Body 2): My opinion – Change is crucial for both physical and mental well-being

Body

Paragraph 1

[1] Opponents of change argue that it can be detrimental to an individual’s life, particularly when they are content with their current situation. [2] For instance, a person with a stable job, a happy family life, and a healthy lifestyle might resist change if they are presented with a new opportunity that would require them to give up their personal life and alter their healthy habits. [3] Such abrupt changes can be harmful, physically and mentally, and is a justifiable reason to be resisted.

1. A topic sentence showing the main idea 

2. Explain and develop the main point by providing an instructive example

3. Keep developing the main point

Paragraph 2

[1] However, I believe that change should be welcomed. [2] It allows individuals to break free from old habits and opens up new opportunities for personal and professional growth. [3] In terms of personal life, change can be beneficial for someone who is in an abusive relationship or living in a broken home. [4] Moving to a new city or country and starting afresh can therefore improve their mental health and overall well-being. [5] Professionally, individuals who take risks, switch to another career path, and embark on an entrepreneurial endeavour are more likely to see different outcomes, thus improving their quality of life and their chance of success.

1. A topic sentence showing the main idea – my take on this

2. Explain the main point in terms of personal and professional growth

3. Introduce supporting idea 1: Personal life

4. Explain and develop supporting idea 1: Personal life

5. Introduce supporting idea 2: Professional life; explain and develop it

Conclusion

[1] In conclusion, although some individuals are risk-averse and prefer a stable lifestyle, embracing change can have significant benefits for both personal and professional development. [2] Ultimately, it is crucial to weigh the risks and rewards of any decision related to change. 

1. Restate my opinion

2. Extend the viewpoint by stating a final thought

Vocabulary

The concept of change has always been a topic of debate, with some preferring a predictable and stable lifestyle while others advocate for change. In my opinion, embracing change is crucial for both physical and mental well-being, despite the reluctance of some individuals to take risks.

Opponents of change argue that it can be detrimental to an individual’s life, particularly when they are content with their current situation. For instance, a person with a stable job, a happy family life, and a healthy lifestyle might resist change if they are presented with a new opportunity that would require them to give up their personal life and alter their healthy habits. Such abrupt changes can be harmful, physically and mentally, and is a justifiable reason to be resisted.

However, I believe that change should be welcomed. It allows individuals to break free from old habits and opens up new opportunities for personal and professional growth. In terms of personal life, change can be beneficial for someone who is in an abusive relationship or living in a broken home. Moving to a new city or country and starting afresh can therefore improve their mental health and overall well-being. Professionally, individuals who take risks, switch to another career path, and embark on an entrepreneurial endeavour are more likely to see different outcomes, thus improving their quality of life and their chance of success.

In conclusion, although some individuals are risk-averse and prefer a stable lifestyle, embracing change can have significant benefits for both personal and professional development. Ultimately, it is crucial to weigh the risks and rewards of any decision related to change. 

Vocabulary Highlights

  • The concept of change: the idea of altering or transforming one’s current situation
  • Embracing change: accepting and welcoming new situations or circumstances
  • Physical and mental well-being: the state of being physically and mentally healthy
  • Content with: satisfied or happy with one’s current situation
  • Personal and professional growth: the process of improving oneself in both personal and work-related aspects
  • Abrupt changes: sudden and unexpected alterations to one’s situation
  • Harmful, physically and mentally: causing damage or negative effects to one’s physical and mental health
  • Broken home: a family situation that is dysfunctional or where there is a lot of conflict
  • Entrepreneurial endeavour: starting a new business or project with the aim of making a profit
  • Quality of life: the overall level of satisfaction and happiness one experiences in life
  • Risk-averse: unwilling to take risks or make changes
  • Weigh the risks and rewards: to consider the potential negative and positive outcomes of a decision before making it.

Grammar Gems

CONDITIONAL STRUCTURE

“For instance, a person with a stable job, a happy family life, and a healthy lifestyle might resist change if they are presented with a new opportunity that would require them to give up their personal life and alter their healthy habits.”

Here I used the conditional “if they are presented” to express a hypothetical scenario. This structure is useful for expressing a possible outcome or consequence of a condition that may or may not be true. It is commonly used in English to express a hypothetical situation or a conditional statement.

Reading

Further reading about this topic can be found here:

https://www.lifehack.org/823377/how-do-i-change

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