Idioms: 

  1. Change of heart: To have a change in one's opinion or attitude about something.
    • Example: "After learning more about the issue, he had a change of heart and decided to support the cause."
  2. A breath of fresh air: Something new and refreshing that brings positive change or relief.
    • Example: "The new manager's leadership style was like a breath of fresh air compared to the old one."
  3. Break the mold: To do something in a different or unconventional way, breaking away from traditional norms.
    • Example: "She's breaking the mold by starting her own business in a male-dominated industry."
  4. Change horses in midstream: To make a significant change in plans or actions, especially when it may be risky or difficult.

5.      Turn a deaf ear: To ignore or refuse to listen to advice or criticism.

Example: "Despite our warnings, he turned a deaf ear and went ahead with his plan."

6.      Set in one's ways: Refers to being unwilling to change one's habits or opinions, often due to being old-fashioned or stubborn.

    • Example: "My grandfather is set in his ways; he refuses to use a computer or a smartphone."
  1. Set in stone: Means that something is fixed or unchangeable.
    • Example: "The decision to move to a new city is not set in stone yet; we're still considering our options."
  2. Stick to one's guns: To refuse to change one's beliefs or decisions despite pressure to do so.
    • Example: "She's sticking to her guns about quitting her job, even though her family disagrees."


Questions:

  1. Is “change” usually a positive or negative word to you?
  2. How do you feel about recent major changes in your life, such as moving to a new place or starting a new job?
  3. Can you share a positive experience you've had with change? How did it impact your life?
  4. What are some changes you would like to make in your life in the future? Why?
  5. Have you ever had to adapt to a big change in your routine?
  1. Do you know someone who is stubborn? How does their stubbornness affect their life?
  2. Do you think you are a stubborn person?
  3. In your opinion, what are some reasons why people might be stubborn?
  4. Can you think of a time when being stubborn helped you achieve something positive?

10.  Have you ever changed your mind about something important? What led to that change?

 11. How do you think culture influences people's attitudes towards change and stubbornness?