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The Science of Confidence: How Speaking English Boosts Your Self-Esteem

Modern society's emphasis on instant gratification has made people less patient.
In this episode, I explore the concept of patience, sharing some common expressions and explaining how patience relates to self-control, strength of character, and emotional intelligence. I include reflections on the importance of patience in modern society, including its impact on personal growth, resilience, and the everyday challenges of life. (Level B2+)


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EPISODE 13: BE PATIENT!

In this episode, I focus on New Year’s resolutions, in particular getting fit and eating healthier. You’ll learn the names of several diets and hear why a balanced, realistic approach is often better than following the latest diet craze. Don't forget to do the quiz to review the key vocabulary!


EPISODE 12: DIETS!

Understanding yourself and others is key to effective communication. In this episode, you will explore the topic of emotions and hear tips on how to improve your relationships—all in clear, natural English designed for English language learners. By listening, you’ll build your vocabulary, improve your listening skills, and gain confidence using English in meaningful conversations.

EPISODE 11: EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE

In this episode, (B2-C2), we unpack the hidden dangers of perfectionism in language learning. While striving for accuracy can be helpful, an obsession with getting everything "just right" often leads to anxiety, procrastination, and slow progress. I explore how perfectionist habits can hold learners back from real-world communication and offer practical strategies to embrace mistakes, take risks, and grow with confidence. Tune in to learn why letting go of perfection is key to truly mastering a new language!

EPISODE 10: THE TRAP OF PERFECTIONISM

In this episode, I’m exploring the topic of wishes, hopes and regrets… In English, there are lots of ways to talk about these things, so listen to some useful phrases and grammatical structures that will help you sound more natural when talking about hypothetical things. 
Follow the link for the full script: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1FXT1bWII6luQWRAcvPL1wgcC6treuHVeyKQBovBvSZI/edit?usp=sharing

EPISODE 9: TALKING ABOUT WISHES & REGRETS

Many of my students choose to practice "small talk" in their conversation classes because, no matter whether they are outgoing or shy, chatting with strangers (especially in English) can make most people feel nervous...But guess what? Small talk doesn’t have to be hard!
Here are five tips and some questions you can ask to prepare for small talk situations in advance! Click the link to see the full script: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1fYYUBwSvAXm4_x5djUrApUfollycKjftFsnfUeqp1vY/edit?usp=sharing

EPISODE 8: SMALL TALK!

In this episode, I'm talking about two things all humans do…sleep and dream!  All over the world people seem to be sleeping less than ever before...Listen to some top tips to help you get lots of beauty sleep and sleep like a baby! 
To view the full script and vocabulary key, click the link: 
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1uQO2KXTZagFmXifvGyJ4ZVYQI_-HaavetqDnJ0qaGDo/edit?usp=sharing

EPISODE 7: SLEEP AND DREAMING

In this episode, I am talking about some of the most popular wellness and beauty treatments that people are talking about online right now. Of course, it's hard to ignore the hype around these trends because we all want to look our best! This podcast contains a lot of specific vocabulary on this topic, but you can check it out the online document here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1n_jlk2QQkH15hY2mGLS3Tvn377g55S2GxooEbiAq0no/edit?usp=sharing