IELTS Speaking for Success đ¤ Promises (Part 3) + Transcript
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Apr 24, 2025 Explore the intriguing world of promises, from personal commitments to their challenges in keeping them. Discover the complexities faced by individuals, particularly politicians, and how children perceive promises shaped by parental influences. Learn about the varying strengths of different types of promises and the importance of accountability in our distracted lives. Delve into the power of self-commitment and the societal implications of trust, encouraging listeners to make meaningful promises that lead to success.
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Common Promise Types
- People often make promises to those close to them about avoiding bad behavior or committing to positive actions.
- Many promises are personal commitments, like swearing off cigarettes for one's own benefit.
Write Down Promises
- Writing down promises is useful as a reminder to fulfill them.
- Although people often remember promises, notes help reinforce commitment and prevent forgetting.
Promise Keeping Declines
- People seem to keep promises less often nowadays, especially politicians who frequently fail to deliver.
- Historical trends of broken promises exist, but personal and frequent failures feel more common today.