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Back to the Basics: Restart Your Language Learning Journey with Confidence
Unsure where to begin? Go back to the basics.
Why Practicing a Language While Tired Makes You a Stronger Traveler
As travelers, it’s our job to bridge the gap, and that includes making the effort to be understood, even when we’re not at our best.
How to Assess & Reset Your Language Goals Each Month
Progress isn’t just about the hours you put in but about how effective those hours are.
5 Habits To Boost Language Learning (Without Actually Studying)
The way you live your everyday life has just as much impact on your ability to stay motivated, focused, and consistent.
How Long Should You Stay in a Country?
There’s no one-size-fits-all answer. The right length of stay depends on your goals, budget, and the kind of experiences you want.
Five to Thrive: Language Learning in Minutes – Writing
What if I told you that simply writing one sentence a day can move you closer to fluency?
Language Shadowing| 7 Day Challenge Results
At the end of the challenge, my pronunciation and confidence skyrocketed.
Shadowing Method Explained
Shadowing is simple: you listen to a native speaker and speak along with them in real time
The Case for Rest This Summer: Embracing the Joy of Soft Adventure
Adventure is not only found in extremes—it can be soft, slow, and deeply satisfying.
Five to Thrive: Language Learning in Minutes – Translate Your Day
Today’s Five to Thrive tip is simple: Translate your day.
The Power of Showing Up: How the 1% Rule Can Save Your Language Learning Streak
Five minutes a day might not seem like much, but over weeks and months, that effort stacks up.
How to Prepare Notes for Your Language Exchange Meeting (Like a Pro)
Language growth comes from consistency and review—not perfection. Your notes are a tool, not a test!
From Curiosity to Clicks: My Journey Into Photography
Not every photo needs to be a grand view or aesthetically pleasing.
Why You Should Record Your Language Journey (Even If You Never Share It)
Recording yourself regularly helps you get comfortable hearing your voice in your target language.
7 Smart Questions to Ask Yourself Before Picking a Language to Learn
Will you be visiting a country where this language is spoken? Just want to flirt on vacation?
Fast vs. Slow: What Listening Speed Says About Your Language Learning Goals
The more flexible you are with your listening speeds, the more confident you’ll become in any real-world conversation.
What Do You Need More Of? The Journal Prompt That’ll Help You Pick Your Next Hobby
If you are looking for a new hobby, here are a few ideas to match your mood with the perfect new hobby.
Home For the Summer!
This summer, daily life at home looks like long days by the pool, fighting over the last piece of pizza, and exploring the city and surrounding areas with fresh eyes.
The Size of the World
no.3 in the “Dear Traveler” Series where we ask the question “Is the world big or small?”