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English Listening Practice- Goodbye Summer
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English Listening Practice- Goodbye Summer

Today's video is a bit different from my usual Sunday English lesson, as I thought I'd catch up with you after being away for a few weeks. Plus there's a little peek at some video from my recent family holiday in St. Ives, Cornwall. Plus there's a free PDF for you to download.

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Master English Conversation Skills  With A Short Story
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Master English Conversation Skills  With A Short Story

Meet Sophia and Gabriela as they navigate the art of small talk—a skill that’s essential for building connections and feeling at ease in any English-speaking environment. This story is designed to help you practice English listening, pick up natural conversational phrases, and learn how to effortlessly speak English in everyday conversations.

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14 English Phrasal Verbs for Productivity
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14 English Phrasal Verbs for Productivity

Today, we’re exploring 14 essential English phrasal verbs that can help you speak fluently about productivity in both your professional and personal life.

From sorting out to following up and breaking things down, I've got all the phrasal verbs you need to learn plus there's a free PDF.

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10 ways to give encouragement in English
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10 ways to give encouragement in English

Do you stand on the sidelines, cheering on your family and friends with words of encouragement just when they need it most? If so, today's English lesson is perfect for you. We ‘re learning some positive phrases and words of encouragement to support, motivate, and uplift the people around you. These phrases are ideal for making meaningful connections in your everyday English conversations.

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Talking about Positivity and Optimism in English
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Talking about Positivity and Optimism in English

Welcome to another English lesson! Today, we're looking at talking about the subject of positivity and optimism in English —how to discuss it, express it, and even a bit about the concept of toxic positivity. You’ll find all the English vocabulary, collocations, expressions and phrasal verbs that you need to start having English conversations about positivity.

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Essential British English vocabulary for living, working or studying in the UK
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Essential British English vocabulary for living, working or studying in the UK

Sunday English lesson- Watch the video and download your free PDF

Planning on visiting, working, or living in the UK? Navigating everyday British life can be a lot easier with the right phrases and vocabulary. In this blog post, we'll explore 35 essential English phrases that will help you not only survive but thrive in the UK.

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Advanced English vocabulary for expressing feelings and emotions.
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Advanced English vocabulary for expressing feelings and emotions.

In this English lesson we're going to explore some advanced English vocabulary for talking about our emotions. This language will help you to express and to articulate your feelings more effectively. From being elated to being absolutely devastated, we'll look at language for life's highs and lows.

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English listening practice- 5 Ways to Wellbeing
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English listening practice- 5 Ways to Wellbeing

Are you looking to practice your English listening skills? In today's video, we'll explore the Five Ways to Wellbeing to promote a healthier, happier, and more balanced life. Join me as I share my personal journey with these five simple actions and how they made a significant difference in my life.

You can download a free pdf including a full transcript of the vlog with featured vocabulary including definitions and example sentences.

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English slang for talking about how you feel.
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English slang for talking about how you feel.

Today I'm going to share some slang with you that will help you to express your feelings in an informal, relatable way. Watch the video below for the full lesson and scroll down for a useful free PDF download.

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English listening practice- English for introverts
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English listening practice- English for introverts

English listening practice - Are you an introvert? Me too.

In this week's vlog I'm talking about being an introvert and i’ve got some tips for learning English as an introvert.

You can download a free pdf including a full transcript of the vlog with featured vocabulary including definitions and examples sentences.

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How to sound polite in English
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How to sound polite in English

Do you ever worry about being polite when you're speaking English? Do you worry about making a good first impression? Today I’ve got a video and a free PDF download with 5 essential tips for sounding polite when you speak English. These tips will help you navigate any professional or social setting with confidence and ease.

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9 English phrases I use every day
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9 English phrases I use every day

This week’s YouTube English lesson is about 9 easy English phrases that I use on a daily basis. I use these expressions with my kids, with friends, at work and with complete strangers. Try including one or two of them in your next English conversation.

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English listening practice- Living with chronic illness
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English listening practice- Living with chronic illness

If want to practice your English listening skills then why not subscribe to my midweekly English vlog on YouTube.

In this week's vlog I'm talking about stepping out of my comfort zone (again!) and living with Rheumatoid Arthritis.

You can download a free pdf including a full transcript of the vlog with featured vocabulary including definitions and examples sentences.

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English listening practice- My first ever vlog!
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English listening practice- My first ever vlog!

If want to practice your English listening skills then why not subscribe to my midweekly English vlog on YouTube. 

This week I'm talking about working with English learners on italki, mental health, developing English language skills through conversation, and being a lifelong learner.

You can also download a free pdf including a full transcript of the vlog with vocabulary including definitions and examples sentences.

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