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May 14
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(#29) She couldn’t speak in Italy… Then ...

RightWayItaliano🇮🇹Francesca
About this episode

Have you ever studied Italian for months (or even years) only to freeze up / get stuck when it’s time to speak?

You are not alone.

In this episode, I’m sharing the story of my student Ellen, who felt completely overwhelmed and frustrated after her first trip to Italy — despite trying apps, YouTube, and traditional classes for learning Italian.
Until everything changed when she decided to learn Italian differently… using my brain-friendly Italian method focused on real-life conversation!

Now? She could travel to Italy speaking Italian confidently, connecting with locals, and finally feeling at home in the language!!


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