英语小故事演讲稿 篇一
Title: The Power of Kindness
Good morning, ladies and gentlemen,
Today, I would like to share with you a heartwarming story that illustrates the power of kindness. It's a story about a young boy named Tim and his encounter with a homeless man.
One cold winter day, as Tim was walking home from school, he noticed a man huddled up against a wall, shivering in the bitter cold. Tim's heart went out to him, and he decided to help in any way he could. Despite being a young boy, he knew that even the smallest act of kindness could make a difference.
Tim approached the man and offered him his warm jacket. The man, surprised by the boy's generosity, gratefully accepted the jacket. Tim then went on to buy some food and a hot drink for the man, ensuring that he had something warm in his stomach. As they sat together, the homeless man began to share his story with Tim.
It turned out that the man, named John, had lost his job and his family due to unfortunate circumstances. He had been living on the streets for several months, struggling to survive. Tim listened attentively, offering words of encouragement and empathy.
Inspired by Tim's kindness, John began to regain hope. He shared how he used to be a skilled carpenter and had dreams of opening his own woodworking shop. Tim, determined to help John get back on his feet, shared the story with his parents.
Tim's parents were touched by his compassion and decided to offer John a job at their construction company. They provided him with a place to stay and helped him rebuild his life. John's woodworking skills were put to use, and he eventually fulfilled his dream of opening his own shop.
This story reminds us of the power of kindness and the impact it can have on someone's life. Tim's small acts of compassion not only provided immediate relief for John but also helped him regain his confidence and independence.
In a world where we often get caught up in our own lives, it's important to remember that a simple act of kindness can make a significant difference to someone in need. Whether it's offering a helping hand, a kind word, or a warm gesture, we all have the power to create positive change in the lives of others.
Let us be inspired by Tim's story and strive to be kinder, more compassionate individuals. Together, we can make the world a better place, one act of kindness at a time.
Thank you.
英语小故事演讲稿 篇二
Title: The Value of Honesty
Good morning, esteemed audience,
Today, I would like to share with you a thought-provoking story that highlights the importance of honesty. It's a story about a young girl named Lily and her encounter with a difficult choice.
One sunny day, Lily found a shiny red apple lying on the ground. As she picked it up, she noticed a tag attached to it. The tag read, "Property of Mr. Johnson's apple orchard." Lily loved apples, and the thought of having this one all to herself was tempting. But she knew that taking it without permission would be dishonest.
Lily thought for a moment and decided to return the apple to Mr. Johnson. She walked to the orchard and explained what had happened. Mr. Johnson, surprised by Lily's honesty, thanked her for her integrity and offered her a basket of freshly picked apples as a reward.
As Lily walked home with her basket of apples, she felt a sense of pride and contentment. She knew that her honesty had not only made Mr. Johnson happy but had also made her feel good about herself. She realized that being honest was not always easy, but it was the right thing to do.
This story teaches us the value of honesty and integrity in our daily lives. It reminds us that honesty is not just about following rules or avoiding punishment; it is about being true to ourselves and others. When we choose honesty, we build trust and respect in our relationships, and we gain a sense of self-worth.
In today's world, where dishonesty and deceit seem to be prevalent, it is crucial to uphold the value of honesty. Whether it is being truthful in our words, actions, or even our thoughts, honesty is the foundation of a strong and ethical society.
Let us be inspired by Lily's story and strive to be honest individuals, even when faced with difficult choices. As the saying goes, "Honesty is the best policy." By choosing honesty, we not only uphold our own integrity but also contribute to a more trustworthy and harmonious world.
Thank you.
英语小故事演讲稿 篇三
During the Southern and Northern Dynasties (420-589), there lived a beautiful, intelligent princess name Lechang in the State Chen. She and her husband Xu Deyan loved each other dearly. But before long their country was in danger of being invaded by the troops of the Sui Dynasty. Princess Lechang and Xu Deyan had a premonition that their county would be occupied by the invaders and they would have to leave the palace and go into exile. During the chaos they might lose touch with each other. They broke a bronze mirror, a symbol of the unity of husband and wife into two parts and each of them kept a half. They aGREed that each would take their half of the mirror to the fair during the Lantern Festival, which is on the 15th day of the first Lunar month, in the hope that would meet again. When they were united the two halves would join together. Soon their premonition came true. During the chaos of war, the princess lost touch with her husband was taken to a powerful minister Yang Su's house and was made his mistress.
At the Lantern Festival the next year, Xu Deyan took his half of the mirror to the fair. He hoped that he could meet his wife. It so happened that a servant was selling the other half of the bronze mirror. Xu Deyan recognized it immediately. He asked the servant about his wife. As he heard about her bitter experience, tears rolled down his cheeks. Xu Deyan wrote a poem on the half of the mirror kept by his wife: "You left me with your broken mirror Now the mirror is back but not you I can no longer see your reflection in the mirror Only the bright moon but not you" .
the servant brought back the inscribed half of the mirror to princess Lechang. For days, she could not help sobbing because she knew her husband was still alive and that he missed her but they could not meet forever.
the minister, Yang Su, found this out. He was also moved by their true love and realized it was impossible to get Lechang's love. So he sent for Xu Deyan and allowed the husband and wife to reunite.
From that story comes the idiom "A broken mirror joined together".
It is used to suggest the happy reunion of a separated couple.
英语小故事演讲稿 篇四
几年前,我住在一个小镇的一幢建筑物中。对面有另一幢建筑物,离我住的地方只有几米远。那里住着一个我以前从未见过的女人。每天下午我都能见到她坐在窗户边,喝茶或者看书。
几个月后,我发现她的窗户太脏了,通过她家窗户看到的一切都很模糊。我不知道那个女人为什么不把窗户洗洗。
一个阳光灿烂的.上午,我决定彻底清理一下我的公寓,包括清洗窗户。我一直忙到下午很迟才完成,然后,我坐在窗边小憩。多么令人惊讶啊!那个坐在窗户边的女人一下子变得清晰了!她的窗户是干净的!突然,我意识到我犯了一个错误。原来我一直在通过自家的脏窗户看她!
那对我来说是一个很重要的教训。从那以后,无论我什么时候想要判断一个人,我首先问问自己,“我看他时,我心灵之窗是否肮脏?”然后,我努力洗净我内心世界的窗户,只有这样我才能看清外面的世界。
英语小故事演讲稿 篇五
匆匆吃完早饭后,我大步流星地走进了演讲大厅。一位著名的教师正在对学生们讲话。他手举一张一百美元的钞票,对三百个学生说,“谁想要这张一百元的钞票?”学生们立即举手。接着他说,“我会把这张一百元的钞票给你们其中的一位,但首先我要做件事。”他将钞票捏成一团,问,“现在谁还想要?”所有的手又举了起来。然后他说,“那么,如果我这样做呢?”他将钞票扔在地上,并在上面踩了几脚。他捡起脏兮兮的钞票,问,“仍然有人要吗?”所有的手又举向了空中。
“朋友们,”他说,“今天你们学到了很有价值的一课。无论我对这一百元钞票做了什么,你们仍然要它
,因为它并没有贬值,它仍然值一百美元。生活中,不止一次,我们会被扔,甚至被踩,这时我们会感到自己毫无价值。但是请你记住,无论什么发生在你身上,你永远不会失去你的价值。对于那些爱你的人来说,你一直是有价值的。你的价值并非来自你是做什么的或者你认识谁,而是来自你是谁。你是特别的、有价值的,永远不要忘记这一点!”