Unit 5: Visualizing the Future
Activity 4: Your Future Self
Part A: Visualization
Now, it is time to think about your ideal self. Share your answers with your group.
Visualization
Part B: Identify the Theme
Identify the Theme
Skim the paragraphs below. Match each one with the correct heading.
Part C: Read for Details
Read for Details
Read the passages from Part B again and decide whose ideal self the following statements refer to. Please note that more than one answer can be correct for each statement.
Part D: Critical Thinking
Discuss your answers in your groups.
Critical Thinking

Whose ideal self is yours closest to?
- Summer
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Kyoto
- Jian
Part E: Meditation
Close your eyes. Take three deep breaths. Calm music will be playing in the background.
Meditation
Close your eyes. Take three deep breaths.
Instructor note: Instructors may pause the audio at important moments to allow students time to visualize their ideal selves before continuing the recording.