IELTS Speaking Part 1: Patience

What do you think patience is? 

Patience is a quality that keeps you calm and composed during challenging situations. Most people have this uncanny knack for going berserk when they have conflicts. On the contrary, patient people remain in a good state whether they are going through turbulent times. 

Is patience important?

 Patience is a must-have quality because life keeps throwing different challenges at you. If you show impatience, you get into a bad state because you have various problems. Patience helps you to handle multiple conflicts and problems. So, it is an essential quality.

 Do you think you are a patient person?

I am a patient person because, with years of experience, I have learned that there are a few things in our hands, and we must work on them. We should not crib about those things which are outside our domain. We can lead our lives towards an impressive growth trajectory by remaining resilient during tough times.

 Have you ever lost your patience?

 I have lost my patience a few times. It mostly happens during traffic congestion because that is when I feel most irritated. Also, if I have to stand in a queue for a long time, that checks my patience. These are the two circumstances where I lose patience.

Can you describe a situation in your life where you had to demonstrate patience and how you handled it?

 Four years back, I was in my hometown to spend quality time with my parents, and suddenly, There was a lockdown due to the coronavirus pandemic. I had no option but to stay at home during that time. 

The work-from-home option was available at my company, but I did not have my laptop because It was in my office. So, although I felt impatient later on, I made peace with it by practicing meditation and yoga and talking to my parents. 

After a few days, the administration offered relaxation, and I Got a permit to Bring a laptop from my office. I did that, and after that, I Did my work with determination, dedication, and discipline, so it was tough to handle initially. However, I’ve managed it.

 Can you think of a time when impatience negatively affected a situation? What did you learn from that experience?

 It happened two years back when I was in a hotel, and we ordered a meal. The meal was delayed, and I asked the waiter. I was intense, but he always said it for 10 minutes. 

After that, I started shouting; that scenario disturbed the mental peace of other guests sitting at different tables, and later on, I came to know that one of the chefs fell on the floor, becoming unconscious, so I apologized to everyone for my behaviour and from that day I Have embraced patience as a part of my life.

 In what ways do you believe practising patience can improve relationships, both personal and professional? 

In personal relationships these days, people have significantly less time. Due to that, the gap gets widened so that people show patience towards each other Regardless of how much time they are meeting. They should not feel Disheartened or so. 

This way, they can improve the relationship. Stand in a professional environment where people want to get ahead of others. Still, For the compounding of your efforts, you need to give time, and for that, you need patience. So, it is a quality that helps you lead your career toward an impressive road trajectory if you manage it effectively.

 How do you manage your emotions when feeling impatient, and what strategies do you use to remain calm? 

There are various situations when I feel impatient and have to manage my emotions. I Do yoga or meditation. Sometimes, I listen to songs and watch motivational videos. Apart from that, I go for a walk and talk to myself. So, these activities helped me get out of the unfortunate situation and remain calm.

 Have you ever had to wait for something significant in your life? How did you cope with anticipation, and was the outcome worth the wait? 

Yes, it was last year when I applied for a job in a company, and I was not getting an answer. Then I decided to contact them. Once I contacted them, they said I needed to wait and had no other option.

, I waited for two months, and after that, I Got the offer letter, and I was Joyful. The wait was not that easy, But during that time, I worked on my physical and mental fitness, Which helped me to remain patient.

 Do you think patience is a natural trait or something that can be developed over time?

 In most cases, it is a natural trait, an inborn quality, but that doesn’t mean you can’t develop it you can become patient by learning from your experiences.

When you do something and do not get the desired outcome, things become clear, changing your belief set. In a nutshell, daily experiences help you become patient.

 In today’s fast-paced world, are people becoming more or less patient? What factors contribute to this trend? 

This approach is counterproductive because people get involved in their mental and physical fitness way before a thousand people. The factors contributing to this are social media and show-off culture.

 How can practicing patients contribute to personal growth and overall well-being? 

Patience helps you in personal growth. Every skill takes time to develop. Get the desired outcome, and you can enjoy your life, too. Full potential and more work in every domain unique. So those who are patient and give up experience holistic development.