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May 12

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#441 - How to Stop Translating in Your H...

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Want to stop translating in your head and start thinking naturally in English? In this episode, Izzy shares his personal journey from being a native Portuguese speaker in Brazil to mastering fluent English. Discover 3 powerful principles that helped him break free from the habit of mental translation — including the surprising truth about why deliberate practice is the key. It’s like learning to drive — awkward at first, but automatic with time. Tune in and take your English thinking to the next level!

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