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Language anxiety is real, but you can beat it. This simple formula helps. 

In this video, I share why I'm optimistic about the future of language learning and how we can use tools like ChatGPT or NotebookLM to create our own learning materials. 

In this video, I talk about the role of questions in language learning—when they’re helpful, and when they can actually get in the way of enjoyable, low-stress learning. 

Increase your motivation to study English. Many students complain that they are bored with English. They are tired and don't want to study every day. They ask how they can increase their motivation for English. For a free transcript of this audio, please visit http://effortlessen ... Show More

Stop watching Netflix episodes and Youtube videos for the moment. You might convince yourself that it helps you learn more vocabulary but that vocabulary is not the most important one if your goal is to become that leader in an English-speaking environment. 

In this week’s episode, I’ll be teaching you the difference between stressed and unstressed words and sharing clips from Frozen 2 to show you how the character animation helps convey those operative (stressed) words. Stressed words are usually longer, louder, and higher in pitch ... Show More

I talk about 10 reasons (plus a bonus one!) why many language learners fail to learn another language and achieve a high level of proficiency. I talk about how to solve these issues so you can ensure you're not "doomed" to giving up and failing to achieve your language goals ... Show More

Increase your energy for studying. Increase your concentration. Improve your memory. Feel more excited about learning and living. Our mental energy is connected to our physical energy. Our emotional health is connected to our physical health. The more energetic we feel physically ... Show More

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Why should we take a break? Well, there are many reasons! In this episode, I talk about some of the benefits of taking a break from coffee, work, relationships, and more. We look at the phrase "Distance makes the heart grow fonder". I also go through some common phrases connected ... Show More

Derrière toutes les discussions sur l'écologie et l'environnement, il y a un thème sous-jacent: la production d'énergie.  La société actuelle repose sur les énergies fossiles mais on développe de plus en plus les énergies renouvelables. Il est important de savoir parler de ces su ... Show More