En este episodio, exploramos Villa de Leyva, un encantador pueblo colonial en Colombia. Descubre su impresionante Plaza Mayor, los fascinantes fósiles del Museo Paleontológico, el hermoso Desierto de la Candelaria y sus deliciosas tradiciones gastronómicas. ¡Perfecto para estudiantes de español interesados en la cultura colombiana!

Latido Latino

Villa de Leyva: Un Viaje al Corazón Colonial de Colombia

第三集：春节必吃的美食
时长：5分钟
核心：3款经典春节美食+吉祥寓意


Easy learning Chinese: Spring Festival

Yummy Food for Spring Festival

1. Cows are sacred - Cows are protected by their own set of rules in the Constitution, making killing a cow a crime. Even on crowded city streets, cows have the liberty to roam where they please without fear of being harassed by humans.

2. India has over 300,000 mosques and over 2 million Hindu temples - About 15% of India’s population is Muslim. The mosques across the country range from small village buildings to immense famous ones, like the Mecca Masjid in Hyderabad or the Jama Masjid in New Delhi. 
The same can be said about India’s Hindu temples, which surpass two million to serve the 79.8% of India’s Hindu population. Just the holy city of Varanasi has over 23,000 temples. It is safe to say India is the land of temples!

3. Hinduism is the oldest religion in the world - With documents dating back as early as 5,500 BCE, Hinduism is considered the oldest religion in the world. There is not a known founder of Hinduism, and no one cares to know who started Hinduism since Hinduism is a way of life. Currently, Hinduism is the third largest religion in the world, serving more than 1 billion people. 

4. India has 22 recognized languages - The numerous languages spoken across India include Santali, Kashmiri, Bengali, Tamil, and Urdu. However, the official languages are English and Hindi.
India also has the world’s second-largest population of English speakers (first is the United States), since most Indians speak their own regional language as well as English for easier communication.
Sanskrit is considered the oldest language in the world, the “mother of all languages.” Every Hindu book is written in Sanskrit

5. India has the highest population of vegetarians - “Indian food” has become one of the most widespread cuisines in the world. It’s estimated that between 15% and 30% of India’s population follow a strict vegetarian diet, while many others will only consume fish and no land animals.

Learn Fluent English with Professor Ashish

5 Fun and Interesting Facts About India That Might Surprise You

*** You can download the script down bellow ****
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1fWThfeupKWrfLcCqT_ap-0Ycgx1owuUY/view?usp=share_link

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Salam everyone! 
I hope you are all doing great. I decided to create a Persian podcast to help all Persian lovers to learn this beautiful language. My goal is to help you speak Persian from day 1. 
In today's episode, we learnt how to say (this is .../ or that is ....). 
This in Farsi is (ēnاین) and that in Farsi is (آنān). 
As you know, English is formed this way:
Subject + Verb + Object. 
This + is + printer.
but in Farsi, it is:
Subject + Object + Verb.
We say the same sentence like this:
This printer is! 
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Words used in this episode.
This: ēnاین
That:  ān آن
Is: ast است
Printer: Perēnter پرینتر
Phone: Mo'bile موبایل
Speaker: Es'Pēker اسپیکر
Mouse: Maw's مأوس
Door: Dar در

I hope you've enjoyed the first episode.
Best regards, 
Mahdi

Persian with Mahdi

Start speaking Persian from Day 1! (This/ That)

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.

The Global Professional Podcast

Active Listening Best Practices - Episode 83

The purpose of these mini challenges is to get you thinking in English - helping you to use more of it, regularly.

One minute per day on listening plus 3-5 minutes per day on communicating your ideas is a great move towards your goal!

No more excuses ! :)

Imagine you were a movie director - what would your script be like?

Check out the podcast to understand the details and your mission for today.

Have fun.

🎙 One-Minute Speaking Challenge by Anatoly Glazkov – Voice Unlock Method™

One Minute Challenge - Computers

Title: Effective Medical English: Communicating with Sick Patients

Have you ever wondered how doctors master the art of communicating with patients in times of illness? In his insightful guide, Smith delves into the nuances of using clear and empathetic language to bridge the gap between medical jargon and patient understanding. This concise yet advanced discourse offers practical techniques for healthcare professionals to ensure their patients feel heard, supported, and well-informed throughout their medical journey. Emphasizing simplicity without sacrificing precision, Smith's work proves invaluable in enhancing patient outcomes and fostering trust within the healthcare setting.

LEARN BY LISTENING

Medical English Learners Listen To This

1.  Respond truthfully to the questions asked

While it can seem tempting to embellish your skills and accomplishments, interviewers find honesty refreshing and respectable. Focus on your key strengths and why your background makes you uniquely qualified for the position.

2.  Tie answers to your skills and accomplishments
With any interview question you answer, tie your background to the job by providing examples of solutions and results you’ve achieved in your career so far. Use every opportunity to address the requirements listed in the job description.

3. Keep your answers concise and focused
Remember: Your time with each interviewer is limited so be mindful of rambling answers. Practicing your answers beforehand can help keep you focused.

Let me know what kind of support do you need in you - becoming a fearless English communicator and schedule a 1-1 training with me now!