Reflection Question for Students When you speak English, which moment feels like “a performance” instead of “you” — and what changes inside your body when that moment begins?

🌿 Mini-Exercise: “When Do You Start Performing?” Duration: 2 minutes Many learners don’t notice the exact moment their English shifts from expression to performance. This exercise helps you catch that moment gently — without judgment. 1. Recall your last English conversation Just one. The moment is enough. Ask yourself: “When did I stop expressing myself — and start performing myself?” Don’t force an answer. Let the moment choose you. 2. Notice the shift in your body Where did you feel it? Your chest? Your shoulders? Your breath? Most people feel the “performance moment” before they hear it. 3. Complete one quiet sentence: “I began performing when I felt… ______.” (This one line often reveals more than weeks of studying.) 4. End with a soft reminder: “My voice doesn’t need to impress. It needs to express.”

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Hello everyone of native English speakers. Questions about the position of the adverb “most” and the tense in which my uncle should be --in all and in fact , two real questions. A. 1. You need a good rest most. 2. You most need a good rest. 3. You need most a good rest. 4. A good rest is what you need most. 5. What you most need is a good rest. B. 1. My uncle telephoned. 2. Who telephoned is my uncle. 3. The person who telephoned is my uncle. 4. The man who telephoned is my uncle. 5. The man who is telephoning is my uncle. 6. The man who was telephoning is my uncle. 7. The man who was telephoning was my uncle. 8. The person who telephoned has been my uncle. Question: Which is grammatically correct?

Did you know? Your eye contact can make your speaking sound more natural and confident—even if your grammar isn’t perfect yet. Try it in your next lesson! 👀🔥

The Performance Trap — When Your Voice Stops Feeling Like You Have you ever had a moment where speaking English suddenly felt like stepping into a version of yourself you don’t quite recognize? As if you’re present… but not fully you? Many learners — especially women balancing responsibility, expectations, and pressure — describe this strange shift. They don’t lose their English. They lose their sense of comfort inside it. This moment often creates what feels like a quiet “performance.” Your body becomes a little more careful. Your words become a little more controlled. And your natural presence feels slightly out of reach. It’s not about being unprepared. It’s not about lacking vocabulary. It’s about the subtle instinct to appear composed when you don’t fully feel that way. This instinct is deeply human. It’s something many people experience when they want to sound capable, clear, or confident — but internally feel pressure, doubt, or emotional tension. And every performance, even a polite one, has a small cost: The more you try to “sound right,” the further you drift from your natural rhythm. So before your next conversation, try asking yourself: “Am I speaking to express — or to impress?” Sometimes the key to sounding more natural isn’t saying more… but giving your real voice a little more room to breathe.

Recently, I visited a place called Okutama, which is known for its beautiful natural scenery. There is a lake named Tama Lake, and the whole area is very calm, peaceful, and surrounded by rich nature. On the day I went, the weather was perfect. It was sunny, warm, and comfortable, so I could spend my time relaxing and enjoying the quiet atmosphere. I walked around the lake, took in the fresh air, and felt completely refreshed by the beautiful views. Actually, I had been sick with a cold for about a week before the day, so I was still feeling a bit tired. Because of that, the visit to Okutama felt even more special. Being in nature helped me recover both physically and mentally. The warm sunshine, the sound of the water, and the slow pace of the day all made me feel calm and relaxed. It was exactly the break I needed. I realized how important it is to take time away from busy daily life and spend moments in nature. This trip became a wonderful memory, and I hope to visit Okutama again when I need a peaceful escape.