Listening Time: English Practice English Listening - Wants and Needs
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Aug 11, 2025 Discover the intriguing difference between wants and needs, illustrated through personal stories and relatable experiences. Explore how our choices in food and transportation are influenced by personal circumstances and cravings. Delve into the world of food and technology to differentiate essentials from luxuries. Understand the balance between career aspirations and financial necessities, while addressing the challenges in language learning and the importance of setting achievable goals. Embrace realistic expectations for a more effective learning journey.
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Transport Is Contextual
- Connor explains that whether a car is a need depends on where you live and your family situation.
- In cities with good public transport a car is often a want, while many U.S. cities treat it as essential.
Choking Son Made Car Critical
- Connor recounts his son choking and not having a car to reach a hospital, calling it a disaster in that moment.
- That emergency made him decide a car was necessary for his family's safety.
Treats Versus Essentials
- Connor distinguishes tasty junk food as wants rather than necessities for survival.
- He suggests whole foods are the items that actually keep us generally healthy.