Is there an art to articulating sorrow with grace? Smith dives into this topic with insightful perspectives. In his discussion, he unravels the nuances of expressing oneself when feeling low. Through accessible yet refined language, Smith emphasizes the importance of genuine and heartfelt phrases in conveying sadness, fostering understanding, and seeking support.

LEARN BY LISTENING

Listen To This if You're Sad

Series: The Woman Behind the Words.

Most learners think they freeze because of English.
But collapse doesn’t come from grammar, vocabulary, or fluency.
It comes from the internal script that wakes up the moment pressure enters the room.

This episode explores why brilliant, capable people lose their presence in English —
not because they don’t know enough,
but because their nervous system remembers old patterns:
the fear of judgment, perfectionism, mental overload, the shrinking of identity.

You’ll hear why “studying more” never fixes this,
and what learners actually need instead:
a calmer internal operator behind the voice.

This isn’t about language improvement.
It’s about emotional stability in the moments that matter.

💭 Reflection:
When does your English disappear — and what shifts inside you the moment it happens?

“The Pro Behind the Words” - You don’t need new words. You need the REAL YOU who speaks them.

Episode 4 — “Why Women We Collapse Under Pressure”?

For intermediate level learners of Japanese
「せめて」について勉強しましょう！

「せめて」の意味はむずかしくないですが、使ってみると・・・
先生や日本人のおともだちに「それ、なんか変だよ？」って言われませんか。

「せめて」の使い方を勉強しましょう！


〈意味〉
十分(じゅうぶん)ではないけれど、少(すく)なくとも、満足(まんぞく)はできないけれど、少(すく)なくとも

★文末(ぶんまつ)はスピーカーの願望(がんぼう)やお願(ねが)いを表(あらわ)す文(ぶん)★
せめて+　～したい、～ばいい、～たらいいなぁ、～てください、～てほしい、～ましょう　など


今日は・・・
２　会話の中の「せめて」・練習「せめて～てください」・お友だちのことば「くらい」・〈会話〉［6:01］　

★会話の中の「せめて」
①毎日じゃなくてもいいから、せめて一日くらい晴れてほしいなぁって思っています。嵐山に紅葉の写真を撮りに行きたいと思ってて。
②雨でも、せめておいしい京都の料理とか名物とか食べて、日本語もたくさん話して楽しく過ごしてきてくださいね。


★練習「せめて～てください」
①ねぇ、風邪を引いていて、全然食べたくないのは分かるけど、【少なくとも】このスープは飲んでよ。〈本当はからだのためにもっと食べてほしいですが。〉
②日本に着いたら、疲れていて連絡(れんらく)したくないのは分かるけど、【少なくとも】一言(ひとこと)「日本に着いたよ」って知らせてくださいね。〈本当はもっと話したいけれど。〉

◎〈本当はからだのためにもっと食べてほしいですが。〉や〈本当はもっと話したいけれど。〉が「充分ではない」「満足できない」という気持ちを表している。


★お友だちのことば「くらい」
①せめてこのスープくらい飲んでよ。
②せめてひとこと「日本に着いたよ」くらい、知らせてくださいね。


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第２２課 せめて
１［4:36］　〈会話〉と「あなたはこんなときどうする？」
２［6:01］　会話の中の「せめて」・練習「せめて～てください」・お友だちのことば「くらい」・〈会話〉

🎙声：音読さん、吉田（よしだ、Japanese teacher）、ホリタ（日本語学習者）
📖scenario：吉田（よしだ、Japanese teacher）


役に立つ日本語のことばを私たちと一緒に勉強しましょう！ 
Come study useful Japanese words with us！

第２２課 せめて
第２１課 ねほりはほり
第２０課 やっぱり
第１９課 けっこう・なかなか
第１８課 わざわざ
第１７課 気がしない（１）（２）
第１６課 頭の慣用句
第１５課 たまたま
第１４課 なんか
第１３課 （１）思わず（２）つい・うっかり
第１２課 喉元過ぎれば熱さ忘れる
第１１課 とにかく
第１０課　てしまう（１）（２）
第　９課 しっかり
第　８課 開いた口がふさがらない
第　７課 いちいち
第　６課　てくる
第　５課 ネコをかぶる
第　４課 ずいぶん
第　３課 てたまらない
第　２課 顔から火が出る
第　１課 あまり

毎月１０日２０日３０日更新！　
Updated on the 10th, 20th and 30th of every month!　

NEW PRACTICAL JAPANESE WORDS -intermediate podcast lessons!!

第２２課　せめて 2/2

Have you ever wondered how Business English students acquire the language skills necessary to excel in the professional realm? As an enthusiastic educator, my goal is to equip these students with the tools they need to thrive in the business world. In my classroom, I immerse them in industry-specific vocabulary, exploring diverse sectors like technology, healthcare, finance, and manufacturing. By delving into functional areas such as marketing, finance, and human resources, we unravel the language used in different business roles. Additionally, we navigate the terminology associated with vital business processes like supply chain management and customer service. Through engaging discussions, practical activities, and contextual application, I empower my students to confidently communicate with colleagues, clients, and partners, ensuring their success in the competitive professional landscape. Together, we embark on a journey of language acquisition, enabling them to make a lasting impact in the business world

Business English Vocabulary

🗣️ Tired of feeling stuck, anxious, or overwhelmed in your language journey?

What if the secret to fluency isn’t another textbook or app—but you?

In Episode 97 of 111 Tips for Learning a Language, we explore how humanistic psychology can help you learn with more joy, less stress, and deeper self-awareness. This isn’t about hacking your brain—it’s about healing your relationship with learning.

We will explore how humanistic psychology transforms language learning from a stressful task into a journey of personal growth and inner peace. Instead of focusing on flaws or pressure, it teaches you to trust your innate desire to learn, create a kind and safe emotional environment for yourself, and embrace self-compassion as the key to resilient, joyful, and effective learning. Perfect for learners who believe languages aren’t just about words—but about becoming more fully yourself.

You’ll discover:

Why your desire to learn a language is a natural force for growth—and how to trust it.

How to quiet your inner critic and make space for curiosity and courage.

The science behind self-compassion and why being kind to yourself isn’t “soft”—it’s strategic.

Practical ways to build a learning practice that respects your emotions, time, and unique rhythm.

This episode is for those who believe learning a language isn’t just about words—it’s about becoming more fully yourself.

Ready to learn with your whole heart?
Tap into the wisdom of Carl Rogers, Abraham Maslow, and your own inner teacher.

🎧 Listen to Episode 97: The Whole Student
Wherever you love to listen.

For curious minds, passionate hearts, and lifelong learners.



💃🏻111 Tips for Learning a Language 

Tip 97 - How ❤️Humanistic Psychology ❤️can help you learn a language

Let's count the number 1 to 10! 1= Nueng, 2= Song, 3= Sam, 4= Si, 5= Ha, 6= Hok, 7= Jet, 8 =Paet, 9= Gao and 10= Sip. Keep practicing, Enjoy!

THAI with Kru C Matthakullaya 

Let's count the number 1 to 10

Should we avoid direst invitation in Japanese? Let's use this phrase instead!

Yuka-Nami Japaneasy Channal

「もしよかったら」きいてください！

In todays episode we discuss the Idioms used when visited doctors.

Let's have a chat (Discussions In English) 

Episode 27 : Idioms for visiting a doctor

IELTS Preparation. Band 8-9 Answers. Part 3 - Advertising. Q1-Q3.

1. What makes an advertisement effective?
2. What is the purpose of advertising?
3. How have advertisements changed since you were a child?

Before speaking, time yourself and see how you'll do it. Also - throw some questions to analyze your performance. How well did I do? If I were to improve - what would I do differently? How do I feel about my answers?

Here to support you to grow mentally, so you can become emotionally stronger as well as providing you a 'how' to ways so you can practice too.

See you in my classes. 