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Here we talk about how busy adults learn a foreign language. You know when you move abroad and its tough to fit in, get the hang of the language quickly and make friends? Well, here you learn everything you need to know and do to make that process easier. In fact, you get my approach that let me learn 3 languages (Italian, French, and Spanish) in the last 5 years, all on my own while juggling everything else in my life. Welcome!
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What skills it takes to become conversational in your target language and how to learn them
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Alright, so you’ve decided to learn a new language and you’re dreaming about having smooth conversations with native speakers. But what does it really take to get there? Being conversational means you can chat with people, understand what they're saying, and respond naturally. Sounds awesome, right? Well, let’s break down the essential skills you n…
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Special episode with a guest: How to take on a new language when it intimidates you
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My guest today is one of my clients with whom we had a of 1:1 work and she came on today to share her language learning journey in hopes to motivate others, who might be feeling intimidated by even just an idea of taking on a new language. You can find more of my stuff here - https://www.instagram.com/language.guide.elena/ Free Mindset Interactive …
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So, you've decided to learn a new language—congratulations! That's a fantastic decision, but now what? With so many resources, apps, and methods out there, it's easy to feel like you're drowning in options. The key is to take that first step, no matter how small. Once you get going, you are likely to feel overwhelmed with the amount of things you n…
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Life is a Puzzle. How to put it together effectively?
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Life is like a giant puzzle, isn't it? Each piece represents a different aspect—family, career, health, relationships, personal growth, social life, and more. But here's the kicker: figuring out how to fit all these pieces together into a coherent picture is no easy task. It's a delicate process of balancing and juggling, where every decision we ma…
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What are they going to think about my mistakes?
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I sound like a 5-yr old, not a grown person! I totally look like a fool because I am constantly making grammar mistakes and using wrong words or even worse - I freeze up and can’t say anything. I fee like a total joke sometimes! Do any of these things sound familiar to you? Have you said or thought any of these about your foreign language journey? …
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If you are thinking to move abroad, this is what you need to think about
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Recently I received an interesting message on Instagram with a really good point to discuss - desire Vs fear of moving abroad. What to do if you really want to try living abroad but you are afraid of the complications that it brings. It made me realize how many people might be in a similar position and that it might be helpful to dedicate an episod…
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I did't even know I needed this but it proved to be one of the best resources for French!
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Today, I am sharing yet another language learning gem with you. The person and the resource I am going to introduce goes perfectly with stage 3 where you learn to overcome your speaking blocks and fears, your listening comprehension and start building more confidence in your ability to communicate in this new language. Over the years, I have discov…
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What does the Beckhard-Harris Equation have to do with learning a new language?
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Ever struggled to stay motivated or consistent in your language learning journey? Understanding the Beckhard-Harris Change Equation can be a game-changer! It reveals how dissatisfaction with your current situations, in our case, language skills, a clear vision of our goals, practical steps to get there, and overcoming challenges can propel you forw…
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Learn a foreign language with neuroscience
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Today is another one of those episodes where I have a guest to share with you yet another useful tool or technique. Let’s meet Francesca. Her approach has been attracting me for a long time because not only she is an amazing person and she teaches italian but she also uses unique abilities of our brain through neurolanguage methods to make sure tha…
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Navigating Life's Juggle: Tips for Multitasking (or not)
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Welcome to today's episode where we're diving into a topic that affects us all: multitasking. In today's fast-paced world, we're often told that multitasking is the key to getting more done in less time. But is it really? Today, we're going to explore the truth behind the myth of multitasking and why it's not as effective as we might think. FLR - h…
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Have you ever spent hours studying vocabulary or grammar rules, only to forget them soon after? You're not alone! Join in as we explore the science behind the forgetting curve and how it applies to language learning. Let's dive in FLR - https://lgelena.com/courses/foreign-language-roadmap/ Instagram Elena - https://www.instagram.com/language.guide.…
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Today we have a little bit of a different format from my usual one because I want to start introducing to you language learning resources that i find useful and applicable for your language journey. As you might know, I have my own methodology for language learning for busy adults to help you learn faster and easier. Throughout my own journey, I ha…
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Today, we're diving into a topic that many of us can relate to – feeling like we have no talent for languages. But fear not! In this episode, we'll explore the importance of finding your own learning style. Whether you've struggled with languages in the past or are just getting started, understanding how you learn best can make all the difference. …
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If you are tired of starting over, stop giving up. How?
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If you keep going on the swings of giving up your target language and starting over and if you are tired of it, listen to today’s episode carefully because I am going to share a simple 2-part method that will help you get off this swing and start making a difference in your target language. You can get my method to discover how to study a foreign l…
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Does it take 10,000 hours to learn a new language?
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10,000 hrs is a full time job for 5 years! Does this mean I will never be able to learn Italian or any other foreign language? Am i doomed now? But wait, I have learned English to a pretty fluent level and I don’t think I spent 10,000 hours before I was able to have conversations and be reasonably good at it. I felt like there is something funky go…
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Is it too late if you are not a kid anymore?
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Kids are like sponges, its comes easy to them, they just absorb new info naturally, etc Have you heard or said these things before? While kids may pick up languages intuitively, adults bring a treasure trove of experience, cognitive skills, and determination to the table. You're not too late; you're right on time! Listen today's episode to get my p…
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In today's episode, we'll discuss the importance of embracing mistakes as invaluable learning opportunities in your language acquisition journey. You see, when it comes to learning a foreign language, especially as an adult, mistakes are not setbacks but stepping stones to success! Let's shift our mindset together and celebrate the power of mistake…
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Consistency is the magic pill for language learning
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When you don’t think of language learning as a time guzzler, being consistent becomes a lot easier. Consistency is the magic pill for language learning – it might look simple, but it packs a powerful punch! In this episode, we talk about how to make it happen and you get real practical strategies to implement in your life. FLR - https://lgelena.com…
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Last week we started on the power of prioritization and I wanted to expand on that a bit and offer you tools to find your own, personal fire that will help you make learning your target language a priority because your personal WHY is the one thing that will make a difference whether you learn the language and integrate into the new culture or not.…
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The secret to having enough time for a language
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In today’s episode, I want to focus more on the power of prioritization because let’s be honest - don’t we all feel like we never have enough time for the major tasks, let alone doing anything extra, like learning a foreign language? I used to be like that too, quite frankly, I still feel like that sometimes but now I have the tools to not get stuc…
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Introduction to who I am and what this podcast is going to be about. My personal story with languages, issues, obstacles and how I got where I am at now. Welcome! FLR - https://lgelena.com/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/language.guide.elena/
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