新概念英语第一册95课课文Lesson 95: The man who knew too muchOne rainy evening, a man named Peter Smith was sitting alone in a dimly lit cafe. He appeared to be lost in deep thought, staring out of the window into the pouring rain. Suddenly, a stranger approached him and asked if he could join him at the table. Peter nodded, gesturing for the stranger to take a seat.The stranger introduced himself as Mr. Brown and noticed the troubled look on Peter's face. Mr. Brown, a well-dressed and articulate man, began to ask Peter about his worries. Intrigued by Mr. Brown's genuine concern, Peter decided to open up and share his story.Peter explained that he possessed a unique ability - the power to see into the future. At first, this gift was exciting and exhilarating, as Peter could predict upcoming events accurately. However, as time went on, he started to feel overwhelmed by the weight of this knowledge. The burden of knowing too much had taken a toll on his mental and emotional well-being.Mr. Brown listened attentively, his eyes filled with empathy. He asked Peter how he had acquired thisextraordinary ability. Peter revealed that it was a result of a near-death experience he had as a child. Since then, visions of future events had appeared to him in dreams and as flashes in his waking moments.Deeply intrigued, Mr. Brown shared that he was a psychologist specializing in paranormal phenomena. He offered to help Peter find a way to cope with his gift and shared stories of other individuals who had faced similar challenges. He assured Peter that he was not alone and that there were ways to manage the overwhelming knowledge of the future.As their conversation continued, Peter felt a sense of relief and hope. He realized that he did not have to bear the burden of his gift alone. With Mr. Brown's guidance and support, Peter could learn to accept and control his ability, rather than allowing it to control him.Days turned into weeks, and Peter started to implement the coping strategies suggested by Mr. Brown. He began to meditate regularly, which helped him channel his thoughts and emotions. Through meditation, Peter learned to quiet his mind and find moments of peace amidst the chaos of his visions.Over time, Peter's mental and emotional well-being significantly improved. He was no longer consumed by the constant flood of future events. Instead, he used his gift to help others, offering guidance and support to those in need.Peter's story spread, and he became known as 'The Man Who Knew Too Much.' People from all walks of life sought his advice and comfort. Peter realized that his gift was not a curse but a unique opportunity to make a positive impact on the world.In the end, Peter Smith's journey of self-discovery taught him that even extraordinary abilities can be harnessed for good. His perseverance and the support he received from Mr. Brown helped him transform his burden into a source of strength and purpose.。
