雅思口语Part 2：Describe a time when you were very busy （描述一段忙碌的经历）
本期节目话题背景
最近，有同学问了这样一道题“Describe a time when you were very busy”。说到这个话题，我至今仍然想为大四的自己竖一个大拇指！因为那年的我几乎是快要忙到起飞了！又是忙于学业，又要参加课外活动，还要搞人际关系！所以每当我再遇到刚入大学的学弟学妹们时，我都会再三地叮嘱他们，要充实地过好大学四年的每一个阶段，不然就会像毕业前的我一样手忙脚乱。想知道最后一年我都经历了些什么吗？那就听我向你娓娓道来吧~
哎，当时真的是不逼自己一把真的不行了，毕竟马上就要进入社会了，只有把自己的“名片”搞漂亮了，我才能够有在社会上竞争的机会，不得不说真的是太卷了呢！
本期Part 2 话题
Describe a time when you were very busy
You should say：
When it happened
Where you were
What you did
And explain why you were busy
本期节目话题参考文本
作者：Stephen
One particularly busy period in my life occurred during my final year of university. It was a time filled with academic responsibilities, extracurricular commitments, and personal obligations, all demanding my attention simultaneously.
At university, I was enrolled in a rigorous course load, which included challenging classes and demanding projects. As I approached the end of the semester, deadlines for assignments and exams loomed large, requiring intensive studying and preparation. Balancing the academic workload with other commitments was no small feat.
Moreover, I was actively involved in various extracurricular activities, such as student clubs and volunteer initiatives. These engagements added another layer of responsibility to my already packed schedule. Whether it was organizing events, attending meetings, or participating in community service projects, there was seldom a moment of respite.
Outside of university, I had personal obligations to fulfill, including family responsibilities and commitments to friends. Juggling these social engagements alongside academic and extracurricular obligations required careful time management and prioritization.
During this busy period, I learned valuable lessons about time management, resilience, and the importance of maintaining balance in life. Despite the hectic schedule, I remained focused and dedicated to achieving my goals, drawing upon my organizational skills and determination to persevere.
In retrospect, while it was undoubtedly challenged by everything I faced, it was also incredibly rewarding. Successfully navigating through a busy period taught me invaluable life skills and helped me develop a greater sense of discipline and resilience. It reinforced the notion that with determination and perseverance, I could overcome any obstacle, no matter how daunting it may seem.
Words & expressions in this episode
1. extracurricular adj. 课外的
2. resilience n. 韧性，适应力
3. dedicate vt. 致力于，献身于
4. discipline n. 纪律，训练
5. determination n. 决心，决定
6. perseverance n. 毅力，坚持不懈
