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Me First vs. We First

Conversation - B1-B2 | Intermediate Level

Description

This lesson explores the ideas of individualism (“me first”) and collectivism (“we first”). Students will reflect on how they see life, compare generational and cultural perspectives, and discuss the pros and cons of each mindset. By the end, learners will be able to express their views clearly, consider different perspectives, and use useful expressions to talk about values, priorities, and social norms.

Questions list

1. Were you raised in a "me first" family or a "we first" family?

2. Which mindset do you think creates more happiness? Why?

3. Should family opinions influence your life decisions, such as career choice or marriage?

1. In your culture, is it more common to focus on “I” or “we”?

2. As an adult, would you say you’re more of an individualist or a collectivist?

3. When is it better to put yourself first?

4. Have you ever been called “selfish”? Was it fair?

5. When is it better to put the group first?

6. Do you think schools should encourage competition or cooperation?

7. Do you think collectivist cultures are more peaceful than individualist ones?

8. Do you think people today are becoming more individualistic? Why?

1. Interact Freely.

Get ready for an engaging 10 minutes where you'll receive valuable feedback from your tutor regarding vocabulary, pronunciation and grammar mistakes

Rules

Be kind and respectful to everyone.

No flirting! If someone doesn’t want to share their social media or phone number, respect their choice.

Let everyone have a chance to speak.

Please avoid smoking or drinking while talking.

Keep your camera on at all times.

Note: If you break any of these rules, you may be banned