#Motivation

Saying “no” can be one of the hardest parts of speaking English—especially if you don’t want to sound rude. In this episode, I share natural, polite, and even playful ways to say *no* in different situations. 👉 Listen now: *Say It Like This – Ways to Politely Say No* How do you usually say *no* in English?

Indique s’il s’agit d’un nom féminin ou masculin : aérogare après-midi pétale omoplate augure alvéole oasis stalactite mi-temps tentacule haltère échappatoire solde obélisque

Indique s’il s’agit d’un nom commun ou d’un nom propre : ① Je dors chez mes grands-parents samedi soir. ② Mozart est un grand musicien. ③ La Belgique est un pays. ④ Le train est un moyen de transport écologique. ⑤ J’ai emprunté un livre à la bibliothèque de l’école. ⑥ Le boulanger se lève tôt pour préparer le pain. ⑦ La Seine est un fleuve. ⑧ Louis XIV habitait au château de Versailles.

自分は自分、人は人 (jibun wa jibun, hito wa hito) means “you are you, others are others.” This Japanese saying teaches to focus on yourself rather than comparing with others or worrying about their opinions.

Why You Freeze in English: The Psychology of Language Learning: 🎧 Have you ever felt like your English is perfect in your head… but the moment you open your mouth — it disappears? You tell yourself it’s bad grammar, or not enough vocabulary. But the truth is… it’s not grammar at all. It’s psychology. In this episode, we’re going to explore what’s really happening in your mind when you speak another language — why emotions, memory, identity, and even your belief system decide whether your English flows or freezes. You’ll discover why anxiety blocks your brain, how perfectionism slows you down, and how playfulness accelerates fluency. And I’ll share what I’ve learned in over 20,000 coaching sessions with professionals around the world — from Russia to China to the Middle East — about how people truly unlock their global voice. If you’ve ever doubted yourself in English… this episode will change the way you see language learning forever. Let’s dive in. If today’s episode resonated with you, here’s what I want you to do next. Don’t just stop at listening — take action. I’ve put together a free Voice Starter Kit with warm-ups and mindset shifts I usually only share with my private clients. It’s designed to lower your anxiety, boost your confidence, and help you sound clear and natural in English — even under pressure. All you need to do is send me a quick DM with the word VOICE and I’ll send it straight to you. Remember — your English is not just grammar and vocabulary. It’s your global identity. Let’s unlock it together.

怪我の功名 (kega no koumyou) means “a blessing in disguise.” This Japanese proverb describes when a mistake or accident unexpectedly leads to a good result or brings fame and success. #Japanese #Proverb

運も実力のうち (un mo jitsuryoku no uchi) means “luck is also part of ability.” This Japanese proverb teaches that being able to attract good fortune is itself a skill or talent.

How to grow a memory that lasts 🧠 Our brain is like a garden. If you want something strong and useful to grow, you can’t just plant the seeds — you need to water them and take care of them. According to neuropsychological research, for new knowledge to really stick, your brain needs to build strong neural connections. Imagine a small path in the forest: if you walk it just once, the grass will quickly cover it again. But if you walk there every day, over time it turns into a clear, solid trail. That’s how language learning works, too.
Each time you practice, you take another step on that path.
Even short, regular practice helps turn it into a wide, reliable road you can walk with ease. So, don’t be too hard on yourself for making mistakes — they’re part of the journey.
 The most important thing is to keep moving forward!

Pour mon anniversaire j’ai visité des château____ fort____. Pourrais-tu me prêter des post____-it____ ? Le facteur distribue les (journal)________________ tous les matins. Je dois prendre des anti____-inflammatoire____ tous les soirs. Avant de manger les cerises, il faut retirer tous les noyau____. Elle a trois beau____-frère____ et une demi-sœur. Il adore collectionner des timbre____-poste____. Dans ce musée, il y a beaucoup de chef____-d’œuvre____. Elle est tombée sur les genou____. L’administration se fait généralement dans les hôtel____ de ville____.

Everyone has goals—whether learning a new language or in life! 🌟 I have a fun little exercise for you to see how you usually go after your goals. Here’s how it works: Look at the picture in this post. Add to it, finish it, or change it — anything you want, no rules! This is a mini-test: how you complete the picture can show your natural way of reaching goals and dealing with challenges. When you’re done, send me a message and tell me what you drew. I’ll send you the key to the test and explain what it says about your style of going after your goals. Аnd it can help you see how you learn languages! 🚀