This episode is about the book Dreamrunner, by Clare Jay. It's about a family being torn apart by the dad's violent nightmares. 

Vocabulary:
repressed memory: a memory from the past which the mind has hidden away
traumatic event: a violent and shocking event that has a huge, negative effect on a person's life
sleepwalking: when someone walks around while they're sleeping
nightmare: a scary dream

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Book: Dreamrunner

Transcription:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/13VhJXoSkhs-y6iIYw1koVwzmjgGDrvM31st63CLQqsQ/edit?usp=sharing

Enjoy Russian with Yanchik ❤️

# 14 What sport do Russians choose? (+transcription)

Сегодня мы слушаем и читаем статью про выученную беспомощность - загадочный и опасный феномен, приводящий к тому, что человек перестает бороться за что-то в своей жизни и опускает руки, не предприняв даже попыток изменить своё положение к лучшему. 
Выученная беспомощность проявляется в таких мыслях и фразах:
«Не жили богато, не стоит и начинать»;
«Мне все равно не увеличат зарплату, поэтому я не буду об этом даже просить»;
«У меня никогда ничего не получится»;
«Очень хочется научиться танцевать. Но я не буду — у меня же таланта нет»;
«Мы все равно ничего не решаем».

Текст статьи доступен по ссылке: https://journal.tinkoff.ru/learned-helplessness/
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Почему люди перестают пытаться что-то изменить? A2-B2

日本の小学１年生ってどんな勉強してるの？小学１年生の勉強内容について話をしています。

日本語でおしゃべり　podcast for Japanese learners

＃33 小学1年生って何勉強してる？の話

¿Has escuchado alguna vez que los colores transmiten emociones y pueden favorecer o alterar tus decisiones en diferentes aspectos de tu vida? ¿Sabes el significado de cada color y su relevancia en el mundo de hoy? Pues bien, hoy aquí compartiré contigo como los colores pueden jugar un papel importante en la vida cotidiana, en tu vida y tus emociones. ¿Te animas a saber más? Continúa escuchando.

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¿Cómo influyen los colores en la vida cotidiana?

De seguro has escuchado múltiples factores que te pueden llevar a la cima del aprendizaje. Pero, entre esos factores se encuentra el dormir bien. Sí, dormir bien. Entérate hoy las razones científicas sustentadas en cómo el hecho de dormir bien puede llevarnos a un aprendizaje real y duradero. Sigue escuchando.

¿Cómo impacta el sueño en el aprendizaje?

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/222667036423
https://youtu.be/nTRsB8cg5ic

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 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 1. (Beginner 1) 
Please listen carefully.

Korean Listening Class 한국어 문장 듣기 - Korean teacher, Grace

Korean Conversation 1 - Lesson 1. Part 1 - 이에요/예요, Part 2 - 은/는  (Beginner 1)

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.