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Mar 2025
31m 52s

Simplified Speech #216 – Connecting with...

CULIPS ENGLISH PODCAST
About this episode

Have you ever felt like a kid again while doing something fun? In this episode, Andrew and Kassy talk about how we all have a child inside us. They share stories about playful moments in their lives and discuss why keeping a sense of fun and wonder is important, even as adults. Andrew and Kassy also talk about how staying connected to your inner child can reduce stress and improve mental health. They share fun ways to bring more playfulness into your daily life, including hobbies, sports, and creative activities.

How this episode will improve your English:

  • Vocabulary: Learn new words and expressions related to childhood, creativity, and fun activities.
  • Listening: Practice understanding natural English conversations about memories, hobbies, and fun activities.
  • Speaking: Build confidence by joining small-group English classes and practicing how to talk about your own childhood experiences in English.
  • Culture: Discover how different cultures value play, creativity, and reconnecting with childhood joy.
  • Fluency: Spending time with real English conversations will train your brain to think in English and help you speak more naturally.

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  • Culips members get an interactive transcript, helpful study guide, and ad-free audio for this episode. Take your English to the next level by becoming a Culips member. Become a Culips member now: Click here.
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