안녕하세요! 오늘은 한국에서만 볼 수 있는 독특한 아이스크림 이름, *엄마는 외계인 (Mom is an Alien)*의 이야기를 소개하려고 합니다. 이 이름의 숨은 이야기를 들어볼까요?

"엄마는 외계인"은 배스킨라빈스에서 가장 인기 있는 초콜릿 아이스크림 중 하나예요. 그런데 원래 이 아이스크림의 국제적인 이름은 Puss in Boots, 즉 "장화 신은 고양이"였습니다. 그렇다면 왜 한국에서는 "엄마는 외계인"으로 이름이 바뀌었을까요?

2000년대 초반, 배스킨라빈스 코리아는 감동적인 광고를 선보였습니다. 
이 광고에서는 아이가 아빠에게 "엄마는 어디 갔어요?"라고 묻는데요, 아빠는 정확한 답을 주기 어려워 밤하늘의 별을 가리키죠. 
이 광고는 많은 한국 사람들에게 큰 감동을 주었고, 결국 이 아이스크림의 이름도 "엄마는 외계인"으로 바뀌게 되었어요.

이 아이스크림은 세 가지 초콜릿 맛—초콜릿 아이스크림, 초콜릿 퍼지, 초콜릿 칩—으로 구성되어 있어요. 달콤하고 진한 맛이지만, 이름은 조금 슬프고도 따뜻한 감정을 떠올리게 하죠. 이렇게 마케팅에 따라 특별한 이야기와 감성을 담아서 한국 만의 아이스크림인 것 같은 독특한 이름이 탄생했네요.

혹시 여러분도 배스킨라빈스에서 [엄마는 외계인]을 먹어본 적이 있나요? 
아니면 다른 특별한 이름을 가진 한국 음식을 알고 있나요? 댓글로 여러분의 경험을 나눠주세요!


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🌱 Grow Like Bamboo! In this episode of English Learners Boost, Teacher Ian reveals how patience, consistency, and smart practice can help you thrive in English. Hear an inspiring success story, get practical tips you can use today, and start building the strong foundation you need to speak with confidence. Ready to grow? Book a lesson with Teacher Ian on iTalki and watch your English flourish!

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Learn why and in which situations we use the Past Simple tense!

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Try these tips during awkward silences or when you don't know what else to talk about.

1.   Don't reject your own ideas thinking that they are not worth sharing. When you filter most of your stories and experiences you have fewer topics to talk about. 
 
2.   Don't list your points, instead elaborate on each point using examples or personal experiences. This also gives the opportunity to the listener to add to the topic or share their own experiences making it a two-way conversation.
 
3.   Speak at the right pace. If you speak too fast, you end the conversation very quickly. It’s usually because the listener doesn’t understand you and therefore can’t keep the conversation going.  
 
4.   Learn to ask smart questions to keep the conversation going. Ask open-ended questions such as, “what do you think about …?” with follow-up questions “why do you think …?”. This helps you build up on the information that you received.
 
5.   Practise thinking critically so you always have something to say. When you practice critical thinking and ask yourself counter-questions, you are able to spontaneously think of ideas and form arguments using your background knowledge. You can easily connect the dots and be eloquent while talking to people.
 
6.   Learn a few speech frameworks such as Past - Present - Future, Problem – Solution - Benefit, or other storytelling formats such as ‘the mountain’. When you have a structure, you don’t lose your chain of thoughts and you don’t run into dead ends. Your listeners are also able to understand you better and remember what you said.
 
7.   If you are using a second language to communicate such as English, then simplify your complex thoughts in your native language first and then translate them to English. Lots of times when translation is tough, we give up and change the topic. But this practice helps you make the translation process easy. 
 
If you want to learn more, please book a session with me. 


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Tips for not running out of things to say

Workload overwhelm is a state of chronic stress experienced when an individual is assigned a volume of tasks exceeding their capacity to complete them within a reasonable timeframe. This condition is often characterized by a sense of being perpetually behind, difficulty prioritizing, and a decline in overall performance. Workload overwhelm can manifest in various forms, including excessive project loads, unrealistic deadlines, and insufficient resources. It is a prevalent issue in contemporary organizations, often stemming from poor resource allocation, ineffective project management, or unrealistic expectations. The consequences of workload overwhelm can be detrimental to both individuals and organizations, leading to burnout, decreased job satisfaction, reduced productivity, and increased turnover. Effective management strategies are essential to mitigate the negative impacts of workload overwhelm and foster a healthy work environment.

Key factors contributing to workload overwhelm include:

Inefficient task allocation: Unbalanced distribution of tasks among team members.

Poor time management: Ineffective prioritization and time allocation.

Lack of resources: Insufficient personnel, budget, or technology to support workload.

Unrealistic expectations: Demanding excessive output without considering capacity.

Organizational culture: Emphasis on overwork and presenteeism.

Addressing workload overwhelm requires a multifaceted approach involving individuals, teams, and organizations. Implementing time management techniques, effective communication, and clear expectations are essential steps. Organizations should prioritize workload management through proper resource allocation, realistic goal setting, and a focus on work-life balance. By recognizing the signs of workload overwhelm and taking proactive measures, individuals and organizations can mitigate its negative consequences and create a more sustainable work environment.

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