iIs it better to acquire knowledge through books than life experiences?

Many contend that not everything that is learned is contained in books. Paradoxically, there are those who argue that books can teach us everything. Indeed, both sides have strong arguements in their favour. However, as far as I’m concerned, neither is better than the other overall.

On the one hand, knowledge acquired through books is quite useful for mechanical activities. For example, a person who makes software for banks. He doesn't need social skills to have an excellent performance well., in In my view, he only needs a supreme logic as well as very developed thinking skills.

On the other hand, I think that books can’t teach us many important things or skills. For instance, how we can deal with difficult situations or difficult people, or how we can overcome a gloomy situation. For instance, lLet’s imagine a smart and dedicated student who has to cope with an important interview to get a high position, but he doesn't have good social skills, such as, talking in public speaking, an effective way to convey his ideas and thoughts. In addition, he lacks of the poise and confidence that he needs to lead a difficult group of workers. As we can see sometimes it’s not enough just having good academic skills. Another good example is a person who has problems to get getting a girlfriend, because he is timid shy. Even if he reads lots of books about how to get a girlfriend, he will not able to get a girlfriend, since this is something that you have to live work out by yourself.

To acquire knowledge, certainly one certainly has to work hard and spend hard. , as well as We must develop not only academic abilities, but also pragmatic abilities because, the combination of both may provide us with many opportunities, either employment or personal.

Note: I have corrected 'favor' to 'favour' because I am English. If you are using American English, then 'favor' is correct.

How do you keep yourself motivated?

It is sometimes very difficult to study alone. If you have a teacher, you have structure, you have assignments and you have to keep on track. But if you study alone, how do you manage to make yourself study, instead of getting distracted by Facebook, movies and other entertainments? ITt is very convenient to have the Iinternet, but I think that nowadays it is more and more difficult to force oneself to study and not be led astray by more attractive pasttimes.
How do the rest of you cope with this problem?

Note: It is usual in English to have a space after a punctuation mark (eg a full stop or comma).

Second note: You could try watching films or surfing the internet in English. That way, you get to practise without noticing.

My The first day at my new job.

Today is my the first day at my new job as a Human resources Analyst. I'm very nervious because my new chief  boss is very grumpy.

Note: I agree with Seungli - using 'my' twice in a short sentance sounds a bit clunky, although it's not incorrect.

Present continuous and present simple

1)
1. Elisa Gonzalez is singing songs from Brazil, Argentina and Mexico on Friday at 7 pm.
2. Hampton Juniors football team is planying against a team from Germany at 11 am on Sunday.
3. Local jewellers are organizing their Summer Sale this Sunday from 10 am to 2 pm.
4. All shoe shops are offering the chance to buy one pair get one pair free every day this week!
5. The education department is holding an open day on Thursday. - dDiscover. Ttheir range of full- and part-time courses.
2)
1. - Hi, Wendy! Are you waiting for the London train?
- No, I'm meeting my mother off the train from Bristol.
2. - Is this musing disturbing you?
- No, not at all. I'm enjoying it.
3. - Is anyone using this room today?
- We have a meeting here after lunch, but it's free now.
4. - Why are those people shouting?
- They are demonstrating against the government.
5. - Are you applying for university?
- I'm thinking about it, but I haven't decided yet.
6. - Is Jane is leaving work early today?
- She is flying to Brussels at five o'clock.
7. - Are you coming to the party on Thursday?
- Unfortunately, I'm working late, unfortunately.

3)
1. - What time does the bank shut?
- I think it's five o'clock on weekdays.
2. - Does your flat hadve air conditioning?
- Yes, we are really need it in summer.
3. - How often do you see your brother?
- Nearly every weekend.
4. - Why don't you drive to work every day?
- Because the traffic's so bad, it's quicker by bike.
5. - Where does your sister keep her phone charger?
- On that shelf beside the TV.  Note: Although this is correct, I think we'd be more likely to say "on that shelf next to the TV".
6. - Don't you want a drink with your lunch?
- No thanks, I'm okay.
7. - How many hours do you work in a week.
- about thirty-five, usually.
8. - How long do you spend at the gym?
- At least one hour most evenings.
9. - Doesn't the souvenir shop sell stamps?
- No, only postcards.

Are you procrastinating too?

I have challenged against my lazy laziness today. Week after week, I have been postphoned postponing my work and done nothing useful. I have been gone on about my desire all this time and wasted time on tv TV shows, music and that sort of things. But now I understand that it can't continue any more. For what it's worth, I will do my best to fix the situation,. I am doing it now. And you know, it is a pretty pleasant feeling.