THEME 2 — Social Growth & Maturity

Set boundaries

Meaning: protect your energy

Connotation: healthy, assertive

Context:

You’re learning to set boundaries with toxic or negative people so you can focus on your dreams.

“Find your people”

• Meaning: find those who match your vibe

• Connotation: positive, genuine

• Context:
  You dream of living in New York partly because you feel that’s where you’ll find your people.

Expand your social circle

• Collocations: expand your circle, expand your network

• Connotation: growth, maturity

• Context:
  You want to expand your social circle with people who think big, speak English, and motivate you.

“Open up”

• Meaning: share emotions

• Connotation: emotional maturity

• Context:
  You don’t open up easily, but when you do, it creates deep, meaningful friendships.

“Keep your distance”

• Meaning: limit contact

• Connotation: protective

• Context:
  If someone disrespects you or drains your energy, you keep your distance to protect your peace.