Speaking. Discussion. CHANGES IN OUR LIVES

 Introducing the Topic

• Pros and Cons: "The main advantage of X is..." or "An important disadvantage is...". 
• Benefits and Drawbacks: "There are many benefits to this approach, but also several drawbacks". 
• Positives and Negatives: "Let's consider the positive and negative aspects of this decision". 
• Strengths and Weaknesses: "We should examine the strengths and weaknesses before moving forward". 

Presenting Opposing Views

• "On the one hand..." / "On the other hand...": This classic structure clearly separates two sides of an argument. 
• "In contrast...": Use this to show how one idea differs from another. 
• "However..." / "Nevertheless...": Use these conjunctions to introduce a contrasting point. 

Expressing Your Opinion 

• "In my opinion..." / "I believe...": A straightforward way to state your personal view.
• "From my point of view...": Offers a different perspective.
• "I would argue that...": Presents a stronger, more assertive stance.

Expressing Agreement or Disagreement 

• To Agree: "I agree with you," or "That's a good point".
• To Disagree Politely: "I see your point, but...", "I understand what you're saying, however...", or "I have a slightly different perspective".
• To Acknowledge a Counterpoint: "That's true," or "You're right about that".

Concluding the Discussion

• Summarize: "To sum up, the main points are...". 
• Compromise: "Let's try to find a middle ground". 
• Agree to Disagree: "We can't seem to agree, so perhaps we should agree to disagree". 

• CHANGING APPEARANCE WILL MAKE YOU HAPPIER

• YOUNG PEOPLE COPE WITH CHANGES BETTER/EASIER

• DIFFICULTIES IN CHANGING LIFESTYLE

• KEEPING THE SAME CIRCLE OF FRIENDS

• SEEKING NEW EXPERIENCES AND TRYING NEW THINGS.