The 80th anniversary of the Great Victory over the German Nazism in World War ll is approaching. In this episode, I talk about a film-testimony, a film-sentence to the ideology of fascism - Come and See by Elem Klimov. A brutal, almost unbearable movie that nevertheless needs to be seen.

RUSSIAN BRIDGE PODCAST

Culture Vultures. Советское кино: имена и фильмы IV (B1+ B2)

Hey guys.😎 Today I'm gonna talk about 保重. It's such a sooo meaningful word in Chinese.
Hi, 朋友们。😎今天想跟大家聊聊中文里“保重”这个非常有含义的词。它可是中文的其中一个精髓，看似简单，但意味深长！

RealLife Chinese With Grace(细菌)

Different meanings of 保重 that you MUST know!

En este episodio, seguimos a la familia Anderson en su emocionante viaje a Madrid. Desde su llegada a la vibrante Puerta del Sol hasta su visita al Museo del Prado, exploramos con ellos la cultura, la gastronomía y la historia de la ciudad. Acompáñalos en su paseo por el Parque del Retiro, su inolvidable noche en el Estadio Santiago Bernabéu y su excursión a la mágica Toledo. Una historia llena de descubrimientos, momentos divertidos y el encanto único de la capital española. ¡No te lo pierdas!

espanholcomkarly

Una hermosa familia Gringa en Madrid

"Your perspective is unique. It’s important and it counts.”

A 30-day positive affirmation journey with Rose

Day 9

『新完全マスター語彙　日本語能力試験N2』（2011年、スリーエーネットワーク） 教科書を1課ずつ読んでいきます。 N2、N1に必要な語彙です。 今日は、第9章1課です。

N2合格

N2　語彙　第9章1課

Ya'll get ready for this, it's "US Southern Slang"!

All American Podcast 

US Southern Slang

Hey everyone! Here is the second instalment. Today, we'll look at the following vocab: 

TO MOOCH
CRESTFALLEN
BRAWNY 
KITCHEN-SINK DRAMA 
and TO VIE 

Feel free to do the quizzes attached and message me if you have any questions! 

Happy listening! 

English Gym for Word Nerds

EPISODE 2 (Boost your vocab to C2)

Master the Art of Conversation: Active Listening Best Practices
In today's fast-paced world, truly being heard can feel like a luxury. Active listening, however, goes beyond simply hearing words. It's a powerful communication skill that fosters deeper understanding, builds trust, and strengthens relationships. Here are some best practices to elevate your active listening game:

Be Present: Put away distractions like phones and silence internal chatter. Focus solely on the speaker, conveying attentiveness through eye contact and open body language.

Listen Verbally and Nonverbally: Pay attention not just to words, but also to tone of voice, facial expressions, and body language. These nonverbal cues can reveal underlying emotions or unspoken concerns.

Embrace Silence: Don't feel pressured to fill every pause. Comfortable silence allows the speaker to gather their thoughts and express themselves fully.

Ask Clarifying Questions: Don't assume you understand everything. Use open-ended questions to encourage elaboration and ensure you're on the same page.

Paraphrase and Summarize: Reflect back key points in your own words to confirm comprehension and demonstrate attentiveness. This also helps identify any misunderstandings early on.

Acknowledge Emotions: Validate the speaker's feelings with empathy. Show you understand their perspective, even if you don't agree.

Minimize Interruptions: Allow the speaker to finish their thoughts before responding. Interrupting hinders their flow and can come across as dismissive.

By incorporating these practices, you become a more engaged and supportive listener. This strengthens relationships in all areas of life, from building trust with clients to fostering deeper connections with loved ones. Remember, active listening is a continuous journey. With practice, you'll become a master of communication, fostering a world where everyone feels heard and understood.