English Topics: Can rivalries be healthy or damaging?

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  • Do you prefer sweet or savory foods?
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Main Topics

  • Have you ever had a personal or professional rival?
  • Can rivalry push people to improve, or does it create stress?
  • How are rivalries different in friendships vs. the workplace?
  • Do you think rivalry exists in your country’s education system?
  • How can you turn a negative rivalry into something positive?
  • Can two people be both rivals and friends?
  • Have you ever felt jealous of a rival’s success?
  • What advice would you give to someone dealing with toxic competition?

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