4 mindset pillars for language learners

I started learning Mandarin in 1968 with flashcards and reel-to-reel tapes, and here is what I would do differently today. 

Today I want to talk about learning slowly — and why if you accept that learning a language takes time, learning slowly actually gets you there faster. 

After an hour of focused reading in Persian, I felt my grasp of the language jump forward, and it reminded me why reading is the most powerful tool we have for acquiring a new language. 

<p>Did you think only boring, old people did Tai Chi? Think again! This meditative, graceful series of exercises is popular inside and outside China, with learners young and old. Listen to this Mandarin podcast to find out more about the ancient Chinese art of Tai Chi. Episode li ... Show More

Download ELSA for free + get 7 days premium membership for free: https://bit.ly/ELSAxTHINKINGINENGLISH Get exclusive ELSA discounts: https://elsaspeak.com/inf/promo-code-thinking-in-english/?promocode=THINK85 Recently, I have been thinking a lot about challenges that language lea ... Show More

<p>In this lesson, we talk about one of the most important concepts when it comes to learning about Persian culture- the concept of <em>tārof. Tārof </em>is basically the code of etiquette Iranians use in all social situations, and it's quite culturally pervasive. While western c ... Show More

Inspired by a viral video of a Chinese boy doing his English homework, I thought I'd make an episode where I list 10 common mistakes that language learners make and what you should avoid.To be clear, I'm sure that boy will master English one day, and my comments were more of a cr ... Show More

<p>In this video, I delve into the complexities of the anxious-avoidant attachment style in relationships, breaking it down into simple terms to help you better understand. </p> <p>Learn about the dynamics, challenges, and ways to navigate this unique attachment style to cultivat ... Show More

🚀 Episode Summary:In this episode of Speak English Confidently, Grace is joined by Tiana, a health coach, vegan lifestyle advocate, and English language learner originally from Serbia. Now living in Michigan, Tiana shares her personal story of moving to the U.S. as a teenager, t ... Show More

“Learning other languages makes you a more open person and makes you understand we are not in a vacuum.” - Fadi BouKaram When it comes to learning a new language, fear of acceptance by native speakers is often a barrier to practising and improving. But Fadi BouKaram believes shar ... Show More