Atomic Habits

Atomic Habits _ Chapter 18

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Here is a list of advanced vocabulary from Chapter 18 of Atomic Habits.

hindrance / cluster / neuroticism / amygdala / streamy / conundrum / exploit / anatomy 


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Hindrance (/HIN-druhnss/) - 방해
Meaning: A factor that causes difficulty or delays progress.
What’s the biggest hindrance to achieving your goals?
How do you deal with hindrances in your daily life?
Why do some people let hindrances stop them from moving forward?

 

Cluster (/KLUS-tur/) - 무리, 집합체
Meaning: A group of similar things or people located close together.
Have you ever seen a cluster of birds in the sky?
What’s a common cluster you might find in nature?
How can a cluster of people affect a social situation?

 

Neuroticism (/noo-ROT-uh-sizm/) - 신경증
Meaning: A personality trait characterized by anxiety, fear, or emotional instability.
How do you think neuroticism affects someone's daily life?
Have you ever noticed signs of neuroticism in yourself or others?
Why do some people become more neurotic than others?

 

Amygdala (/uh-MIG-duh-luh/) - 편도체
Meaning: A part of the brain that deals with emotions, especially fear and pleasure.
How do you think the amygdala impacts your reactions to stress?
Can the amygdala influence your behavior in social situations?
Why is it important to understand how the amygdala works?

 

Streamy (/STREE-mee/) - 흐르는
Meaning: Describing something that flows like a stream, often used for water or air.
Have you ever seen a streamy river after a heavy rain?
How does a streamy atmosphere affect the environment?
Why is it calming to listen to the sound of streamy water?

 

Conundrum (/kuh-NUN-druhm/) - 수수께끼
Meaning: A confusing or difficult problem or question.
Have you ever been faced with a conundrum you couldn't solve?
What’s the best way to approach a conundrum in life?
Why do conundrums make life more interesting?

 

Exploit (/ik-SPLoit/) - 이용하다
Meaning: To take advantage of something for personal gain.
How can people exploit new technologies for better outcomes?
Have you ever felt exploited by someone?
Why is it important to avoid exploiting others in relationships?

 

Anatomy (/uh-NAT-uh-mee/) - 해부학
Meaning: The study of the structure of living organisms, or the structure of a specific organism.
What parts of human anatomy do you find fascinating?
How does studying anatomy help in medical professions?
Why is it important to learn anatomy when studying biology?


A story using the words above

 

His inseam was too long, and the hindrance was the cluster of thoughts in his mind. His neuroticism triggered his amygdala, making everything a conundrum. He wondered if he should exploit the streamy water for his garden. Studying anatomy helped him stay focused.

 

 

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