This is the third episode of a podcast about the childhood in Lebanon of a Lebanese woman.

Discovering the Francophones of Lebanon 

🎙️Chirine : Mon adolescence à Hazmieh 🎙️

The people you meet might respond to uncertainty differently than you. Consider seeing things from their point of view and adapting a little. Listen to this story of Nicole and Susan. 

Nicole likes routines and likes to plan in advance. Every Sunday she spends the afternoon and evening at her parents’ house. Every Monday she meets her best friend for lunch and every Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings she goes to a café and reads. Having some control over what’s going to happen makes her feel safe. Then one day Nicole meets Susan. Susan never plans things in advance, is always late, and prefers to be flexible. She likes to make decisions based on how she’s feeling that day and feels that doing the same thing is limiting. Nicole tried to make plans to meet for coffee in advance, Susan sounds uninterested, but she never gives her definite answers. Her behavior really annoys Nicole. 

With people who don’t mind uncertainty …

Remember that you can learn a lot from the unknown and the unfamiliar.
Show flexibility.
For example:
For me, either way is fine.
Let me know what you’re comfortable with.


With people who avoid uncertainty …

Offer details when making decisions.
Provide a context with background information. 
For example:
The reason I do it this way is…
Let me explain why (I’m doing this).

Show you understand the importance of structure and plans. 
I understand the (structure/flexibility) is important / means a lot to you.
I can see why you (spend time on planning).

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Adapting to different ways of dealing with uncertainty

여기가 어디입니까? <보기>와 같이 알맞은 것을 고르십시오.

[보기]
남자: 어떻게 오셨어요?
여자: 버스표를 사려고 하는데요.

1)  은행     2) 버스 터미널        3) 여행사       4) 신문사

1.
1)  백화점        2) 은행           3) 여행사         4) 신문사

2.
1)  백화점        2) 은행           3) 여행사         4) 우체국

3.
1)  백화점         2) 서점          3) 여행사        4) 도서관

4.
1)  백화점         2) 서점          3) 여행사        4) 신문사

5.
1)  백화점          2) 은행           3) 약국          4) 신문사







한국어 토픽 듣기 

한국어 토픽 듣기 1

In this episode I answer the question which animal I would prefer, a cat, or a dog? Tell me your answer in the comments :)




What's Your Opinion?

Would you rather have a cat or a dog as a pet?

If you need a script, feel free to send a message on italki :)

100% Real Korean Conversation

100% Real Korean Conversation Ep.2 Restaurant, Cafe

We are pleased to provide you a video that will give you an idea and glance about the use of the expression 'I can - أستطيع أن' in Arabic language and how it is pronounced and spelled. In this video we will present 8 different patterns that started with the expression ' I can - أستطيع أن' with clear simple everyday life examples.

Arabic expressions with ArabicLights - Aymaro

I can 2 in Arabic/ Je peux en arabe/ -ebilir,-abilir arapça'da with 8 examples - how to say أستطيع أن 

In this unedited podcast I talk about one of the most famous sky burials in modern times.
(for advanced English learners)
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Streetwise English

SWE 157 Gonzo Journalist Sky Burial  (Advanced American English)

This is the technique I use to teach my students how to pronounce the French "R". Hope it works for you.

French Kankan - Slow French

How to pronounce the French "R"

 I invite you to explore the deep and reflective practice of Stoicism as a guiding light in your language learning journey. Together, we looked at how the timeless teachings of Stoic thinkers like Marcus Aurelius and Epictetus can help us stay steady when progress feels slow, and calm when fluency seems far.

The key principles we embraced were:

Focus only on what you can control: Show up daily, release comparison, and do your part.

Endure discomfort with grace: Struggle is part of growth, and neuroscience confirms it strengthens memory.

Accept what you don’t know: There’s power in admitting ignorance—it opens the door to deeper understanding.

Practice moderation: Sustainable routines outlast intensity. Small steps taken regularly create long-term fluency.

Find joy in becoming: Let go of perfection and embrace the process as it is. You’re not just learning words—you’re learning yourself.

Whether you’re just starting out or have been learning for years, this episode reminds you that calm perseverance—not rush or perfection—is where real language mastery begins. 🌿