In today's episode I'll talk about an article that was published in The Associated Press: "Senate ditches dress code as Fetterman and others choose casual clothes". I'm not allowed to post weblinks here so don't hesitate to google it.
Don't hesitate to give me some feedback, it's always appreciated.

If you want to book a lesson, here is my profile: https://www.italki.com/en/teacher/12242555.

Useful vocabulary:
To ditch
A dress code
To cast a vote
Sportswear (sneakers, shorts and a hoodie)
A formal attire / clothing
To dress up
Salesperson / customer service representative
Bank employees / bank clerk
To feel weird
A swimsuit
Credibility






Let's check out the news

US senate ditches dress code

Did you know?

Crocodile Mothers

In episode 2 I asked if you sound English when you speak this language.  
What I meant was do you pronounce the silent letters and use other spoken features of the language.  In this episode, I review the silent b and L. 

I also refer you to this dictionary.   www.engdic.org

Accelerate Your IELTS Speaking with Ralph

3 The Silent Letters

Сегодня я расскажу вам о некоторых причинах, почему необходимо изучать русский язык. 

Зачем ты изучаешь русский? Пиши в комментариях. 

Russian isn't easy, but very interesting. Russisch ist nicht leicht, aber sehr interessant. 

Russian for foreigners

Почему нужно изучать русский язык? Why do you need to learn Russian?

You will know about some home remedies prepared by Colombian grandmothers.

- Té de hierbas para el dolor de cabeza

- Aloe vera como anti inflamatorio

- Caléndula para las heridas de piel

- El Jengibre como cura

- Aguapanela, preparación tradicional


Remember that I teach Spanish on italki, you can book a class for more information you can look at it on my profile :)

Colombia

Cinco remedios caseros tradicionales de las abuelas colombianas

Erfahrt Interessantes über König Ludwig und sein Märchenschloss Neuschwanstein. 

Deutsch mit Sonia

Schloss Neuschwanstein

Spanish México

ARTESANIAS DE BARRO

lesson on italki 
https://www.italki.com/ja/teacher/9451959/japanese

https://linktr.ee/atsushi_japanese

こんにちは！
Japanese daily life podcast のAtsushiです。
このPodcastは、日本語を勉強しているみなさんに向けたPodcastです。


今回、Podcastが180回になりました！👏
これをはじめて、半年、6ヶ月がたちました！
みなさんが聴いてくれているおかげですね、本当にありがとうございます！

実は昨日、うれしいことがありました。
はじめてレッスンを受けてくれた方と話していたんですが、その方は、このレッスンの前にPodcastを聴いてくれていました。それもあって、レッスンを予約してくれたそうです。

これは本当にうれしいですね。
僕のPodcastは、日本語学習をしている人にとってサポートになればと思って続けています。だから、実際に聴いてくれている人の言葉が聞けると本当にうれしいです。

他のレッスンを受けてくれている方も、レッスン中にPodcastのトピックが出てきます。

日本や日本語のことを知るきっかけになるだけでなく、僕のことも知ってもらえるので、いいコンテンツだと思います。

テキスト、文章だけではわからない、性格、雰囲気みたいなものも、声を通して伝わるのかなと思います。


僕もいろんなPodcastを聴いています。
英語学習のオススメのPodcastがあれば教えてほしいです。


これからも、日本のことや、僕の普段の生活の話をPodcastでしていきますので、良かったら聴いてくださいね！

ということで、今回も最後まで聴いていただき、ありがとうございます！

ではまた！



Atsushi のJapanese podcast (travel/news /文法・漢字・語彙/Osaka/Hokkaido/🇹🇷🇬🇪🇦🇲🇪🇸🇵🇹)

#180 Podcastをはじめて半年たちました！について

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.