Can superstitions be a "placebo"?
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I'm Teacher Michael, a licensed English teacher.
I'm originally from the United States, but I have been working as a full-time TEFL-certified high school English teacher in Thailand since 2013. I have a Bachelor's Degree in International Relations and I am currently studying for my Master's Degree in Liberal Arts.
Question list
- Ice breaking
- Main topic
- Free talk
| Q1. | Do you easily get close with people? |
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| Q2. | If you were stranded on a deserted island and could only bring three things, what would they be? |
| Q3. | Do you prefer sweet or savory foods? |
| Q4. | What’s something new you’ve tried recently? |
| Q5. | "Home is where the heart is". Do you agree or disagree? |
| Q6. | What’s something new you’ve tried recently? |
| Q7. | Do you often go on holiday? |
| Q8. | What role do you think food plays in shaping our understanding and appreciation of different cultures and their histories? |
| Q1. | Do you believe in anything that brings good or bad luck? What is it? |
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| Q2. | What is something that other people believe in that you think is a superstition? |
| Q3. | Are there any superstitions about breaking something in your culture? |
| Q4. | Can superstitions be a "placebo"? |
| Q5. | Have you heard of any interesting superstitions from another country? |
| Q6. | Are you a "lucky" person? |
| Q7. | Do you believe that your dreams have meanings? |
| Q8. | Have you ever had a day when everything seemed to go right? |
| Q1. | What do you do if your kindness is not reciprocated? |
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| Q2. | What skills are you focused on cultivating right now? |
| Q3. | What's the most embarrassing thing that's ever happened to you? |
| Q4. | What do you think is the most important part of your culture? |
| Q5. | What would you like to be remembered for after your death? |
| Q6. | What are some cultural differences you find interesting? |
| Q7. | What are your thoughts on the concept of work-life balance? |
| Q8. | What role do you think schools should play in fostering a sense of civic responsibility and global citizenship among students? |
Rules
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Give others an equal opportunity to speak.
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Avoid Smoking / Drinking while you are talking.
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Turning your camera on is mandatory.
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