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今天是小芳老师陪你精读外刊的第193天泛读原文（盲听1遍，泛读1遍，对照文本听1遍）When it comes to first impressions, we all want to make a good one. And that’s why we tend to focus on our best traits and qualities. However, we often fall into the trap of thinking that everything about us needs to be perfect. But that’s just unrealistic. We all have imperfections. It’s part of being human. And while it’s easy to believe that our ‘supposed flaws and imperfections’ make us less attractive, here are some that can actually make us seem more appealing to others:On your journey through life, you encounter people you have a stronger connection with than others. And whether or not you believe in soulmates, there’s no denying that we seem to click with certain people better than others. A soulmate can be platonic, such as a best friend, but most people associate the term with a romantic partner. Indeed, finding a soulmate as a life companion is the best you can hope for.But how do you know if you’ve met your soulmate? They often say that you just know. You might feel like this person is meant for you in a way that you can’t describe, and other people may not understand it. After all, a soulmate doesn’t always come in the perfect package. And the relationship likely won’t be without its challenges. Nevertheless, this connection goes above and beyond anything you’ve ever experienced before. Here are 9 revealing signs of a true soulmate.#1 You Feel Like You’ve Known Each Other ForeverPerhaps the most obvious sign of a soulmate connection is that you feel spiritually, emotionally, and mentally connected. It’s like you’re on the on the same wavelength. So you may forgo the small talk and delve right into things that would take most people a bit of time to warm up to. Whether you’ve known them for months, weeks, or even just days, on a deep subconscious level, you feel as though you’ve known them your entire life.#2 Your Ideals Are Closely MatchedIn many ways, interacting with a soulmate is like conversing with a mirrored version of yourself. This person may be from an entirely different background, yet the two of you share ideals that are closely matched. You think alike and have similar values, morals, and principles. You’re basically on the same page regarding how you want your lives to be. Of course, you don’t necessarily agree on everything, but you have a lot more in common than not.#3 You Have an Unspoken UnderstandingAnother sign that you’ve met your soulmate is that you feel an unspoken understanding toward each other. Words aren’t necessary to express your feelings. Since you have such a strong bond, even brief eye contact can convey what’s on your mind! You can also find yourselves finishing each other’s sentences, proposing an idea the other was about to have, or simply saying the same phrase at the same time.#4 You Empower Each OtherWhen you’re with your soulmate, you empower and motivate each other. This means you both recognize your desires to achieve your individual goals, and you support each other’s endeavors without becoming co-dependent. You’re still each your own independent being, and you are free to make your own decisions without relying on one another.#5 There is an Unconditional AcceptanceThe best part about a soulmate connection is that you can be entirely yourself around each other. There is no pretense, judgment, or acting involved, and neither of you tries to change the other. And while you have a lot in common, you’ll definitely have some disagreements, too. But those don’t define your relationship. You embrace your differences because that’s where you’ll find the most room for improvement.#6 You Inspire Each Other to Try New ThingsWhen you’re with your soulmate, you feel more comfortable trying things you wouldn’t have considered before. Whether it’s singing karaoke in front of a large crowd or moving across the country together to pursue your dreams, this person will put you at ease, even in the most anxiety-inducing situations. They not only complement your most obvious qualities, but they also bring out strengths and other personality traits you had no idea you possessed.#7 You Feel SecureWhen it comes to romantic relationships, people often get jealous and clingy with their partners. Sure, a bit of jealousy can be healthy and even heat things up a little, but soulmates don’t provoke such feelings to extremes in each other. There’s simply no need for an external factor to trigger your interest or keep the passion alive. And while you have a strong bond, you don’t feel the need to be attached at the hip at all times of the day. You’re secure and confident in your relationship and know that you can trust each other.#8 You’ve Got Each Other’s BackAnother sure-fire sign of a soulmate connection is that you’re always there for each other, no matter what. You have each other’s best interests at heart and would walk to the end of the world to protect one another. If there’s a problem, you both put in the necessary effort to resolve it. You’re a true team. When together, you feel invincible.#9 Being with Them Feels Like HomeYour soulmate is the person who makes you smile after a long day and provides you with peace of mind when times are tough. There’s a sense of calm and contentment, and you can’t help but feel happy around them. Even if you’re stuck in the middle of nowhere, you’ll feel at home, as long as you’re together.In essence, a soulmate is a person you feel destined to be with. Someone you keep returning to despite any hardships, challenges, time apart, or other setbacks. Once you find your soulmate, you’ll realize that every previous relationship pales in comparison to this connection.What do you think? Do you believe in soulmates? Have you met yours? Tell us in the comments below!精读原文When it comes to first impressions, we all want to make a good one. And that’s why we tend to focus on our best traits and qualities. However, we often fall into the trap of thinking that everything about us needs to be perfect. But that’s just unrealistic. We all have imperfections. It’s part of being human. And while it’s easy to believe that our ‘supposed flaws and imperfections’ make us less attractive, here are some that can actually make us seem more appealing to others:重点词汇：soulmate - 灵魂伴侣，指与某人在精神、情感和思想上紧密相连的人。connection - 连接，指两个人之间的情感或关系。ideals - 理想，指一个人想要实现或追求的目标或价值观。unspoken - 未说出的，指没有用言语表达出来的。acceptance - 接受，指对某人或某事物的认可和接纳。inspire - 激励，指通过鼓舞或激发某人来促进他们的成长和发展。secure - 安全的，指在关系中感到安全和信任。team - 团队，指两个人之间相互支持和合作的关系。invincible - 无敌的，指在一起时感觉无所不能或无坚不摧。destined - 注定的，指某件事或某个人注定要发生或与你相遇。长难句解析："Perhaps the most obvious sign of a soulmate connection is that you feel spiritually, emotionally, and mentally connected." 这句话是一个复合句，其中最主要的部分是主句 "The most obvious sign of a soulmate connection is that you feel connected."，其中包含了一个从句 "that you feel spiritually, emotionally, and mentally connected."，用来进一步解释主句。"And while you have a strong bond, you don’t feel the need to be attached at the hip at all times of the day." 这句话也是一个复合句，其中最主要的部分是主句 "you don’t feel the need to be attached at the hip at all times of the day."，其中包含了一个从句 "while you have a strong bond"，用来提供更多的背景信息。多项选择阅读理解题目：What is a soulmate?a) Someone you have a romantic relationship with.b) Someone you have a platonic relationship with.c) Someone you work with.d) Someone you don't like.What is the best part about a soulmate connection?a) You can be entirely yourself around each other.b) You always agree on everything.c) You never have any disagreements.d) You don't need to communicate with each other.What does it mean to feel secure in a soulmate relationship?a) You feel jealous and clingy with your partner.b) You don't trust each other.c) You feel confident in your relationship and know that you can trust each other.d) You feel the need to be attached at the hip at all times of the day.翻译（仅供参考）在你人生的旅程中，你会遇到一些人比其他人更有强烈的联系。无论你是否相信灵魂伴侣，不可否认的是我们似乎与某些人比其他人更有默契。灵魂伴侣可以是纯友谊的，例如最好的朋友，但大多数人将这个术语与恋爱伴侣相关联。确实，找到一个灵魂伴侣作为终身伴侣是你所能期望的最好的事情。但是你如何知道你是否遇到了你的灵魂伴侣？他们经常说你只需要知道。你可能会感觉这个人对你来说是注定的，以一种你无法描述的方式，其他人可能不理解。毕竟，灵魂伴侣并不总是以完美的形式出现。而且这种关系可能不会没有挑战。尽管如此，这种联系超越了你以前经历过的任何事情。以下是灵魂伴侣真实存在的9个显着迹象。#1 感觉彼此相识已久也许灵魂伴侣联系最明显的迹象是你感觉在精神、情感和思想上紧密相连。就像你在同一个频率上一样。因此，你可能会放弃闲聊，直接深入探讨大多数人需要一点时间才能热身的事情。无论你认识他们多长时间，几个月、几周甚至只是几天，在深层潜意识中，你觉得好像已经认识他们一辈子了。#2 你们的理想非常匹配在许多方面，与灵魂伴侣互动就像与自己镜像版本的人交谈一样。这个人可能来自完全不同的背景，但你们两个分享非常匹配的理想。你们思考方式相同，并且具有类似的价值观、道德和原则。你们基本上对于生活想要什么是一致的。当然，你们不一定在所有事情上都同意，但你们有更多共同之处而非不同之处。#3 你们有一种未说出的理解另一个标志着你遇到了灵魂伴侣的迹象是你们彼此之间有一种未说出的理解。语言并不必要来表达你们的感受。由于你们之间有如此强烈的联系，即使简短的眼神交流也可以传达出你心中想说的话！你们也会发现自己在说完对方即将说出来的话之前完成了对方的话，或者简单地同时说出相同的短语。#4 你们互相激励当你与灵魂伴侣在一起时，你们互相激发和推动对方。这意味着你们都认识到实现各自目标的愿望，并且支持对方在不变得过度依赖对方的情况下追求自己的事业。你仍然是独立的个体，并且可以自由地做出自己的决定而不依赖于对方。#5 有无条件接受灵魂伴侣联系最好的部分是，在彼此周围完全可以做自己。没有伪装、评判或表演参与，也没有人试图改变对方。虽然你们有很多共同点，但肯定也会有一些分歧。但这些并不定义你们之间的关系。你们接受彼此之间的差异，因为那里是你们找到改进空间最多的地方。#6 你们互相激发尝试新事物当你与灵魂伴侣在一起时，你会感到更加舒适地尝试以前不会考虑过的事情。无论是在大型人群面前唱卡拉OK还是一起搬到国外追求梦想，这个人都会让你感到轻松自在，即使在最引起焦虑的情况下也是如此。他们不仅补充了你最明显的品质，还发掘了你没有意识到自己拥有的优势和其他个性特征。#7 你感到安全在恋爱关系中，人们常常会对自己的伴侣感到嫉妒和依恋。当然，适度嫉妒甚至可以增加情趣和热情，但灵魂伴侣并不会在彼此之间引起过度强烈的感情。没有必要用外部因素来激发兴趣或保持激情。虽然你们之间有很强的联系，但并不需要整天粘在一起。你们感到安全和自信，并知道可以互相信任。#8 你们互相支持另一个灵魂伴侣联系最明显的迹象是，在任何情况下都会互相支持对方。彼此之间最好利益至上，并且会走到世界尽头来保护对方。如果有问题，你们都会付出必要的努力来解决它。你们是一个真正团队。在一起时，你们感觉无坚不摧。#9 和他们在一起感觉像回家你的灵魂伴侣是那个让你在漫长一天后微笑并在困难时提供心灵安慰的人。有一种平静和满足感，并且当他们在身边时不能帮助但感到快乐。即使被困在荒野中，只要在一起就会感到宾至如归。实质上，灵魂伴侣就是那个让你觉得注定要在一起的人。无论经历任何困难、挑战、分离或其他挫折，都会回到他身边。一旦找到了灵魂伴侣，你会意识到每个以前的关系都无法与这种联系滑动查看答案答案BAC【特别声明】以上内容由小芳老师原创整理，转载请注明来源，本平台采用的音视频资源均出于传递信息和英语学习之目的，并没有任何商业目的。本公号尊重知识产权，如无意中侵犯了您的权益，请及时联系后台，本公号将及时删除。
