Konnichiwa! Welcome to Slow Japanese! Do you like traveling? What is your best memory of it?

Usage of Slow Japanese:
STEP 1. Listen to the episode without seeing scripts.
STEP 2. Go to mochifika.com/podcast/ and check "Key vocabularies of this episode", listen again to the episode while seeing the list.
STEP 3. Check the whole script, it'll fill the gap in your understanding.

Scripts and key vocabularies of this episode are here:
https://mochifika.com/podcast-script/slow-japanese-episode-10-my-best-trip/

Slow Japanese

Episode #10 - Memory of my best trip

안녕하세요. Hello~
한국어 듣기 수업 시작해요. Let's start with the Korean listening class.
선생님 읽어요. I read it.
잘 들으세요. Please listen well.

I posted the sentences on my blog.
https://blog.naver.com/laramcraft/223087197526
https://youtu.be/ldjGSS0i6Qc

The basics are important.
It is also good to check the basics of 한글 Hangeul before this listening class.
1-1. Korean alphabet - Vowels 모음 - What is Hangeul?
https://youtu.be/0YzhJ9p2lcs
2-1. Korean alphabet - Consonants 자음 -what are the consonants 자음?
https://youtu.be/lckgvQ_vreA
3-1. Korean alphabet - Final Consonants 받침 - What are the final consonants 받침?
https://youtu.be/sLlFmG30fNI

This is a class to listen to Korean conversational sentences.
In this voice recording for listening,
After reading many sentences with Korean grammar in Korean conversations sentences,
Check out how much you understand the sentences with a voice recording.
Never look at the sentences when listening to the voice recording.
And Listen to the sentence repeatedly until you hear it completely.

You are listening to the Sejong Korean conversation. (세종학당)
There are four books in total. (Korean conversation, 1, 2, 3, 4.)
It consists of 1st and 2nd courses for beginners and 1st and 2nd courses for intermediate.
Each course is conducted in 14 units. (2 grammar - for each unit.)
This listening class you are taking is Korean Conversation 4. (Intermediate 2)
Please listen carefully.

Korean Listening Class 한국어 문장 듣기 - Korean teacher, Grace

Korean Conversation 4. (Intermediate 2) - Lesson 8. Part 1 -으려면/-려면,  Part 2 -아야/-어야/-여야

In this episode I'm discussing how to stay consistent. 
You have to set clear goals, create a routine, track progress, stay accountable, embrace flexibility, and prioritize self-care to maintain motivation and momentum.

The Global Professional Podcast

Best Practices for Consistency EP 11

👩‍🦰Today, in the “Serbian to go” podcast, you will hear 5 useful dialogues with numbers that you can practice in 5 quizzes.🤸‍♂️ Let’s start!😎
Срећно учење! / Srećno učenje!📚
See you in class!👋


SERBIAN TO GO

Бројеви у дијалозима – Brojevi u dijalozima – Practicing numbers in dialogues (A1-A2)

One of the key drivers of workplace anxiety is the fear of the unknown. When faced with a high-stakes negotiation, it's natural to feel apprehensive about the potential outcomes and the consequences of our actions. To combat this, it's important to thoroughly prepare and gather as much information as possible. Research the other party, understand their interests and priorities, and anticipate potential objections or roadblocks. The more informed and prepared you are, the more confident and in control you'll feel during the negotiation process.

Another common source of workplace anxiety is the fear of confrontation or conflict. Many people shy away from negotiations, worried that they'll come across as aggressive or that the interaction will turn adversarial. However, effective negotiation is not about winning at all costs; it's about finding a mutually beneficial solution. Approach the negotiation with a collaborative mindset, focusing on finding common ground and exploring creative options that address the needs of both parties.

Instead of viewing the negotiation as a high-stakes battle, consider it an opportunity to showcase your problem-solving skills and demonstrate your value to the organization. Shift your mindset from "I have to win" to "I have the chance to find a solution that works for everyone." This subtle shift in perspective can help reduce the sense of personal threat and allow you to engage in the negotiation process with greater confidence and composure.

Finally, it's important to remember that workplace anxiety is a natural and common response to high-pressure situations. Rather than trying to eliminate it entirely, focus on developing strategies to manage and channel that energy in a productive way. Engage in stress-reducing activities, such as deep breathing exercises or mindfulness practices, to help you stay grounded and focused during the negotiation process.



Anxiety when Negotiating - Episode 58 

"Why?" said another. "Some there are who tell 
"Of one who threatens be will loss to hell
"The luckless pots be married in making pish!
He's a good fellow, and will all be well."

Persian Poetry

گویند به حشر گفتگو خواهد بود

Stories to Stimulate!

Will and Mary part 10

On March 28, singer Shan Yichun sang Li Ronghao's song “Li Bai” at her concert. 
3 月 28 日，歌手单依纯在演唱会上唱了李荣浩的歌《李白》。

However, before the concert, Shan Yichun's team asked Li Ronghao for permission to sing this song, and Li Ronghao did not agree.
但是，演唱会之前，单依纯的团队问过李荣浩是否同意她唱这首歌，李荣浩没有同意。

On March 29, Li Ronghao talked about this incident online.
3 月 29 日，李荣浩在网上说了这件事。

He felt very angry and thought such behavior was very disrespectful to him.
他觉得很生气，并且认为这样的行为很不尊重他。

Relevant authorities also confirmed that Li Ronghao had not given Shan Yichun permission to sing this song.
相关部门也证明，李荣浩没有同意单依纯唱这首歌。

Later, Shan Yichun apologized to Li Ronghao.
后来，单依纯向李荣浩道歉。

She said she had done something wrong, that she would not sing this song again, and that she was willing to compensate Li Ronghao.
她说自己做错了，以后不会再唱这首歌，也愿意赔偿李荣浩。

Li Ronghao said he did not want money. 李荣浩说，他不要钱。

He hopes everyone will abide by the rules in the future, not use others' songs casually. He also hopes no one will disturb his family anymore.
他希望大家以后都能遵守规则，不要随便用别人的歌，也希望不要再有人打扰他的家人。

Regarding this incident, some people support Li Ronghao in protecting his rights and think Shan Yichun was seriously in the wrong.
对这件事，有些人支持李荣浩维护自己的权利，觉得单依纯有很大的问题。

But others think Shan Yichun did not do it on purpose and that Li Ronghao was not being generous enough.
但也有人觉得单依纯不是故意的，李荣浩这么做不够大度。

What do you think?你怎么看呢？


演唱会（yǎn chàng huì）- concert
同意（tóng yì）- agree
团队（tuán duì）- team
生气（shēng qì）- angry
尊重（zūn zhòng）- respect
相关（xiāng guān）- relevant
部门（bù mén）- department
证明（zhèng míng）- prove
道歉（dào qiàn）- apologize
赔偿（péi cháng）- compensate
遵守（zūn shǒu）- obey
规则（guī zé）- rule
随便（suí biàn）- casually
维护（wéi hù）- protect
权利（quán lì）- right
故意（gù yì）- on purpose
大度（dà dù）- generous
打扰（dǎ rǎo）- disturb

Orange Chinese Corner - Chinese Hot Topics 中文热点

Singer copyright dispute 歌手版权争议

【北海道Hokkaido生活】
3月25日金曜日　天気/はれ　気温/3℃

札幌市　さっぽろし
・2030年に札幌に新幹線ができる。
・新幹線は、今は函館まで。
・ホームが足りないので、ホームを作っている。
・ホームは、10月ころに完成予定。

［単語］
函館/はこだて
工事/こうじ…家など大きな物を作る仕事 construction work
ホーム/ほーむ...電車や新幹線を待つところ platform
完成/かんせい…できる completion