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Raro

Olga Khazan

“Weird” by Olga Khazan is a book that explores the concept of “weirdness” and its meaning in human diversity. It challenges the notion of normality and conformity, highlighting the value of being different. The book delves into why some people feel the need to change to fit into societal norms and the challenges they face, as well as the advantages and strengths of embracing their uniqueness. It shares real-life stories of “weird” individuals who have navigated both hardships and successes, providing insights into their experiences and emotions. Additionally, the book offers practical tips and ideas for finding happiness in being different and building supportive communities. Ultimately, “Weird” celebrates the beauty of diversity and encourages readers to embrace their authenticity.

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brindaron / bɾinˈdaɾon /verb

gave

sus diferencias les brindaron la resiliencia.

their differences gave them the resilience.

darproporcionarofrecer

desafiar / desaˈfjaɾ /verb

challenge

Su pensamiento no convencional y su disposición para desafiar las normas fomentaron la creatividad.

Their unconventional thinking and willingness to challenge norms fostered creativity.

retarcontradecir

el estándar / el ˈestandar /noun

standard

comportamientos, características y valores que se consideran típicos o estándar

behaviors, characteristics, and values that are considered typical or standard

normaltípicoconvencional

los lectores / los leɣˈtores /noun

readers

inspirar a los lectores

inspire the readers

lectorlectora

aborda / aˈβoɾða /verb

addresses

El libro aborda cómo enfrentar la adversidad.

The book addresses how to face adversity.

cambiar / kamˈbjaɾ /verb

Change

Cambiar para Encajar.

To change to fit in.

encajar / kaɾ paɾa enkaˈxaɾ /verb

fit in

Cambiar para Encajar.

Change to fit in.

arrojando / aɾoˈxando /verb

shedding

En "Raro" de Olga Khazan, se explora el concepto de "normal", arrojando luz sobre lo que la mayoría de las personas perciben como "normal".

In Olga Khazan's "Weird," the concept of "normal" is explored, shedding light on what most people perceive as "normal."

iluminandoproyectando

abrazarse / aβɾaˈθaɾse /verb

embrace

sino abrazarse y celebrarse por las perspicacias y experiencias únicas que aportan a nuestro mundo.

but to embrace and celebrate them for the unique insights and experiences they bring to our world.

aceptaracogerarropar

adaptarse / adaptaɾse /verb

adapt

dificultades para adaptarse a las culturas corporativas.

difficulties to adapt to corporate cultures.

aclimatarseajustarse

alienta / alenˈta /verb

encourages

el libro alienta a los lectores

the book encourages readers

animarimpulsarmotivar

anhelar / aneˈlaɾ /verb

yearn for

Pueden anhelar conexiones más profundas.

They may yearn for deeper connections.

desearaspirar aansiar

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