short conversation

Listening Exercise - Fill in the Blanks

Listen to the audio and fill in the blanks with the appropriate words.

Lisa: Hey Clem, what do you usually do with your time?

Clem: Hi Lisa! Well, I like to spend my free time doing various . Sometimes I read books, sometimes I go for a walk, and other times I work on hobbies.

Lisa: That great! Do you think you use your free time effectively?

Clem: I try to, but sometimes I feel like I could do more. I always end up TV or scrolling through social media, and I feel like I waste a lot of time.

Lisa: I understand. It can be easy to fall into those . I’ve found that setting goals helps me use my time better. For example, I set aside some time each week to work on a new or project.

Clem: That’s a good ! What kind of or skills do you work on?

Lisa: Well, recently I’ve been learning to cook new recipes and guitar. It’s nice to have something to look forward to and feel when I a project.

Clem: That’s really inspiring! I think I might try setting some goals for my free time too. Maybe I could up a new hobby or work on a project.

Lisa: Absolutely! It’s all about finding a between and being . Even just a little bit of time spent on something can make a big difference.

Clem: Thanks for the , Lisa. I’ll give it a try and see how it goes.

Lisa: You’re welcome, Clem! I’m sure you’ll find it .