Simplified Speech #197 – The rat race

In this Simplified Speech episode, hosts Andrew and Kassy talk about the “rat race.” They discuss what it means, whether their jobs feel like a rat race, and how people might escape it. Kassy chose this topic because of a book she recently read called “Welcome to the Hyunam-Dong Bookshop.” The conversation turns into an interesting discussion about modern life, competition, goals, dreams, and personal happiness.

What You Will Learn:

• What “rat race” means and how it relates to a busy life.
• How pressure from society makes people feel stuck in competition.
• Personal stories about being in or escaping the rat race.
• New words and expressions related to the topic.

How This Episode Will Improve Your English:

• Learn vocabulary, expressions, and idioms about work-life balance and social pressure.
• Improve your listening skills with a natural conversation.
• Understand expressions like “to be in the thick of something” and “to be cut out for.”
• Practice your English speaking and communication skills by sharing your own experiences on our Discord server.

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